Assistant Program Director
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Job Location:
Independence, MO - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 60000 - 80000
Posted on:
06-09-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
Location: 3205 N Twyman Rd Independence MO 64058
Salary: $60000 to $80000 depending on experience
Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm flexible
As an Assistant Program Director at Embark Behavioral Health youll lead a residential team dedicated to supporting teens (ages 1217) through their mental health this leadership role youll work alongside the Program Director to ensure the program runs safely effectively and in alignment with Embarks values. Youll help shape culture support team development and make a lasting impact in the lives of adolescents and their families.
Responsibilities
- Guide Residential and Facility Managers in maintaining a values-driven environment that promotes effective operations and resident well-being
- Strengthen team performance through structured training skill development and direct support where needed
- Communicate with families external professionals and agencies to develop comprehensive treatment and development plans for students
- Coordinate with clinical educational and operational teams to ensure consistent and purposeful daily programming
- Oversee residential operations including student supervision regulatory compliance HIPAA standards and internal policy adherence
- Address crises including being part of the monthly on-call rotation using established de-escalation and stabilization techniques
- Elevate program effectiveness through regular review accurate documentation and updates to curriculum and care models
- Manage payroll documentation including timecard approvals and leave requests with attention to accuracy and deadlines
- Participate in management and treatment team meetings to ensure alignment across departments and to maintain operational consistency
Qualifications
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Bachelors degree in Human Services Psychology Criminal Justice or a related field
- Ability to perform CPR and First Aid (training provided)
- Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience in a residential treatment or behavioral health setting preferred
- Familiarity with therapeutic modalities and holding relevant certifications (e.g. RBT DDP) is a plus
Benefits
Apply now to embark on a rewarding journey with us!
- Become the Best of the Best:Access to an established Mastery Program that offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth.
- Proven Positive Outcomes:Youll have the satisfaction of knowing that your work is making a tangible difference in young adults and adolescent lives.
- Holistic Family Approach:Embark recognizes the importance of treating families which is crucial for sustained recovery and well-being for teens.
- Comprehensive Benefit Programthat includes medical insurance dental insurance vision insurance voluntary life and AD&D insurance long-term disability 401K with company matching PTO and paid parental leave.
If youre ready to be part of a dedicated team making a lasting impact on young lives in our community we want to hear from you!
Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Embark is committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience it offers through the diversity of its employees and community.
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Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Nurse Management
- Program Management
- Employee Evaluation
- Management Experience
- Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Administrative Experience
- Budgeting
- Leadership Experience
- Program Development
- Supervising Experience
- Addiction Counseling
About Company
Chrysalis therapeutic boarding school offers healing mental health treatment to girls in Montana and across the country.
