Program Director

Clarvida • Tustin, CA

5d • $105,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Clarvida is hiring a Program Director to oversee clinical and administrative operations of one or more mental health programs in Tustin, CA. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, opportunities for leadership, professional growth, and daily pay availability. As a Program Director, you will lead teams, manage program performance, ensure compliance, and drive high-quality, culturally competent mental health services in alignment with Clarvida’s person-centered and trauma-informed care model.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field
• Current, valid California license in CA as LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, Ph.D., or Psy.D.; license with 2+ years preferred for supervision ability (we accept newly Lic)
• Proven experience in behavioral health programs, with management or administrative leadership
• Strong skills in budget management, staff training, compliance, QA/QI protocols
• Valid CA driver’s license, auto insurance; ability to travel locally

Nice To Haves

• Experience with multiple program oversight (e.g. outpatient, community-based, clinic settings)
• Prior experience providing supervision for pre-licensed clinicians
• Experience with government contracts, regulatory reporting, or grants management
• Bilingual Spanish skills

Responsibilities

• Administer clinical and operational functions of assigned mental health program(s)
• Hire, develop, and evaluate professional and support staff, including performance management and supervision
• Ensure quality assurance, compliance, and chart audits; implement QA/QI protocols
• Develop, monitor, and manage annual budget; produce financial forecasts and reports
• Oversee intake, case record documentation, and ensure adherence to company and government standards
• Provide leadership in staff training, community relations, and program development
• Represent the program in external stakeholder meetings, county/community vendors, and public forums
• Take on a caseload when needed, including crisis intervention or case management services
• Maintain regulatory compliance, licensure, and certification requirements for self and staff
• Manage after-hours availability and on-call responsibilities as required.

Benefits

• Paid vacation days (increases with tenure)
• Separate sick leave that rolls over each year
• Up to 10 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• DailyPay, access earnings before payday
• Training, development, and continuing education credits (CEUs) for licensure renewal
• 401(k) plan
• Free licensure supervision
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance
• Perks @ Clarvida – discounts on travel, entertainment, Verizon, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager