Description Position at Clarvida - California
About the Role
Clarvida is hiring a
Program Director to oversee clinical and administrative operations of our CalWORKs Behavioral Health Services program with locations in Westminster and Santa Ana.. This full-time position offers a
competitive salary in the $102,000- $106,000 year, 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.
Productivity Expectation: This position has a baseline productivity expectation of 50%, generally equivalent to an average of approximately 3.5 hours of direct client service per workday. The meeting of such requirements will be addressed in accordance with the Company policies and applicable law.
Responsibilities
- Administer clinical and operational functions of assigned mental health programs
- 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.
Required Qualifications
- 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
Preferred Qualifications - 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
Compensation & 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
Work LocationsSanta Ana and Westminster, CA. On-site leadership, clinic oversight, with community interaction
Employment Type
Full-time How to Apply
If you have leadership experience in mental health administration, bilingual Spanish skills, and a drive to ensure high-quality, community-focused care, click "Apply Now" to join Clarvida's leadership team.
