STARS Behavioral Health Group

Registered Nurse Program Director

STARS Behavioral Health Group$90K — $105K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active, unrestricted California Registered Nurse (RN) license required
  • Associate degree in nursing required; BSN or MSN preferred
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification
  • Valid California Driver's License with eligible driving record
  • One year of clinical experience treating mental illness preferred

Responsibilities

  • Ensure high-quality nursing care and treatment for all clients
  • Oversee hiring, training, and supervision of nursing staff
  • Develop nursing policies and service objectives
  • Maintain compliance with governmental and stakeholder regulations
  • Collaborate with internal and external departments for smooth operations

Benefits

  • Competitive salary matching skills and experience
  • Generous vacation and holiday pay
  • Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Access to paid continuing education opportunities
  • Career development programs for professional growth
  • Recognition and rewards for employee contributions
Full Job Description

Job Title:

Registered Nurse Program Director

Division/Program:

Victorville: Desert Hill Crisis Residential Treatment

Starting Compensation:

90,000 - 105,000 USD Per Year

Working Location:

Victorville, CA

Working Hours/Shift:

Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (including on0call consultation)



Why Join Our Team?

  • Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
  • Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

  • Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.

Professional Growth Opportunities:

  • On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
  • Career development programs designed to help you grow.
  • Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).

Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

What You Bring to SBHG (Qualifications):

Education & Licensure:

  • Licensure: Active, unrestricted California Registered Nurse (RN) license (Required).

  • Education: Associate0degree from an accredited school of nursing required; a Bachelor0(BSN) or Master0(MSN) degree in nursing is highly preferred.

  • Credentials: Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification.

  • Transportation: Valid California Driver's License with an eligible driving record.

  • Meet agency driver eligibility criteria if applicable

Preferred Experience:

  • One (1) year of direct clinical experience treating individuals with mental illness.

  • One (1) year of supervisory or nursing leadership experience within a behavioral health facility.

Competencies & Compliance:

  • Proven ability to lead, mentor, and manage a diverse nursing team.

  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with clients, staff, physicians, and community partners.

  • Must successfully pass a mandatory background check, criminal record clearance, and drug screening.

How you will make a difference:

The Nursing Department Director ensures every client receives the highest quality of nursing care, treatment, and medication as ordered by the attending physician or psychiatric nurse practitioner. This position is responsible for selecting, hiring, and supervising all Nursing Department staff, while also aiding in the development of service objectives, nursing policies, and job descriptions. The Supervisor maintains leadership that aligns with agency goals and ensures departmental adherence to all governmental and stakeholder regulations. The role also involves participating in budget development and collaborating with both internal and external departments to facilitate smooth facility operations and optimize patient care.

Division/Program Overview:

Program: The Crisis Residential Treatment (CRT) is a short-term voluntary residential facility.

Population Served: Designed to help adult residents, ages 18-59, who experience a psychiatric crisis to safely stabilize, recover, and transition back to community.

Facility & Setting: Short-term voluntary residential facility, 24/7 Program

Clinical Services: Therapeutic and mental health services, Medication evaluation and support services, Crisis intervention

Length of Stay: Short-term

Skills & Transition: Pre-vocational or vocational counseling, transition back to community

Skills & Services: Rehabilitation/recovery services, including substance use rehabilitation services, Daily exercise and health/wellness education

For Additional Information:

About STARS Behavioral Health Group

STARS Behavioral Health Group is a non-profit organization that provides mental health services to children, adults, and families in California. The organization was founded in 1988 and has since grown to become one of the largest providers of mental health services in the state. STARS offers a wide range of services, including outpatient therapy, residential treatment, and crisis intervention. The organization is committed to providing high-quality care to its clients and to promoting mental health awareness in the community.
Learn more about STARS Behavioral Health Group
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1988

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