Residential Program Manager

We are seeking an experienced and adaptable Residential Program Manager to oversee operations at our Orangevale residential treatment location. This leadership role is ideal for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and is skilled at bringing structure, consistency, and compliance to complex clinical operations.

The Residential Program Manager will provide day-to-day oversight of program operations, staff performance, and client care while ensuring full compliance with DHCS and Joint Commission standards. The successful candidate will be highly organized, comfortable managing competing priorities, and capable of building and refining processes from the ground up to support program growth and operational excellence.

Why Join Us

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a key residential program, shape systems and workflows, and make a meaningful impact on both staff development and client outcomes. We value leaders who are proactive, adaptable, and committed to high standards of care and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide operational and clinical leadership for the Orangevale residential treatment program, including detox and residential services.
• Ensure continuous compliance with DHCS, Joint Commission, CARF, and other applicable state and federal regulations.
• Oversee daily program operations, including group programming, staff coordination, client flow, and facility standards.
• Supervise, support, and develop AOD counselors and residential staff, fostering accountability and professional growth.
• Review clinical documentation, including group notes and treatment plans, to ensure quality, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage client-related operational requests, including visitation approvals, drop-off requests, and program logistics.
• Identify operational gaps and design, implement, and refine processes and workflows to improve efficiency and consistency.
• Respond effectively to changing priorities, crises, and high-acuity situations while maintaining program stability.
• Collaborate with clinical leadership, nursing, operations, and facilities to ensure coordinated, high-quality care delivery.

What We’re Looking For

• A leader who is flexible, solution-oriented, and comfortable operating in environments with shifting priorities.
• Strong working knowledge of SUD treatment in a residential setting, including knowledge of DHCS and Joint Commission regulatory requirements.
• Ability to build systems and processes from scratch, bringing order and structure to complex or developing programs.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• A confident decision-maker who remains calm and effective in high-pressure or unpredictable situations.
• A collaborative leader who balances clinical integrity, staff support, and operational accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in psychology, social work, counseling, public health, or a related field preferred.
• Current state certification or licensure as an AOD counselor required (CADC, SUDCC, or higher preferred).
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a substance use disorder treatment setting.
• At least 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience in residential or behavioral health care.
• Demonstrated experience with regulatory compliance, audits, and accreditation standards.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, 24/7 residential treatment environment preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $70,000 - $90,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Bonus eligibility: Up to 10% annual performance-based bonus. 
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Salary : $70,000 - $90,000