About this opportunity
Aspiranet lists this Behavioral Health Program Director - 14843 opportunity in hanford, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Behavioral Health Program Director
Location: On-Site - Hanford, CA
Schedule: Full-Time | Exempt
Department: Behavioral Health Division
Reports to: Associate Division Director
Pay Range: $90,000-$95,000
Hiring & Retention Bonus: $1,500 Sign-On Bonus (Paid 50% at 1 month and 50% at 6 months)
The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $95,000 per year for employees hired in the Central Valley, CA. The pay range provided in this job posting represents the typical range or starting rate of candidates hired within the Central Valley region. Candidates hired in Southern California or Bay Area locations may have higher starting salaries due to cost of living and market data differences. Factors that may be used to determine your actual starting salary may include your education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, the market data for your work location, and internal comparison to other employees who hold a similar role.
Make a Meaningful Impact
Aspiranet, a leading California-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting children, youth, and families, is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Program Director to join our Behavioral Health division. You'll play a key role in promoting mental and emotional well-being through individualized therapy, crisis intervention, and skill-building support tailored to each person’s unique needs. If you’re passionate about helping others heal, build resilience, and achieve lasting recovery, we would be honored to have you as part of our mission-driven team.
About Aspiranet
Founded in 1975, Aspiranet is a mission-driven social services agency with locations across California. Our six divisions - Foster Care & Adoption, Transitional Aged Youth, Residential, Intensive Home-Based Services, Behavioral Health, and Family & Community-provide holistic supports for children, families, and communities. Every role contributes to something greater: building brighter futures where opportunity, hope, and healing are within everyone's reach.
Position Summary
The Behavioral Health Program Director maintains operational, fiscal and programmatic oversight of one or more identified core programs. The Program Director works with staff, community agencies, and other entities to provide quality services.
Key Responsibilities
Administrative Support
Develop local annual core program strategic plan and budget.
Manage core program(s) to operational, contractual, budgetary, and practice standards.
Operate programming within budgetary limits and complete required financial reporting in a timely and comprehensive manner.
Complete administrative paperwork (timesheets, mileage, time off requests, expense reimbursements, weekly recaps, weekly schedules, etc.) on time.
Program Operations & Coordination
Work in partnership with the CPD II on shared operational issues (pooled costs, administrative staff, space maintenance).
Support CPD II’s communication and support to all local staff on pooled operational matters.
Ensure compliance with Joint Commission safety standards and agency practice/policy standards.
Manage reporting, complaint, and grievance procedures in cooperation with agency, licensing, and funders.
Compliance & Documentation
Manage the implementation of Best Practice and Quality Assurance efforts, including data tracking systems and program-specific outcome measures.
Conduct and document regular staff meetings.
Maintain client and case confidentiality per federal, state, licensing, agency, and funder requirements.
Support the agency in upholding professional ethics, confidentiality, and regulatory standards.
Team Collaboration
Recruit, hire, orient, train, supervise, and develop direct reports per agency guidelines and licensing regulations.
Conduct timely performance evaluations and participate in employee performance management, including corrective action or termination when necessary.
Provide back‑up on‑call and crisis support.
Liaison with community, funders, and regulatory bodies; participate in community‑based decision‑making and advocacy groups.
Qualifications
Education and Work Experience
Current registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as an ACSW, AMFT, or APCC is Required
Master's Degree in a discipline approved by the Department of Community Care Licensing.
Three years of full‑time social work or casework employment in the field of family or child welfare services, or two years of full‑time social work or casework employment in a foster family or adoption agency.
Minimum of 2 years of management experience.
Licenses and Certifications
Meets all state‑required conditions of employment as set forth by Community Care Licensing for a Licensed Community Care facility (Fingerprint and Child Abuse Index clearance, TB/Health Physical, valid CDL, and clean driving record).
Meets all compliance requirements of federal, state, and county regulations through periodic sanction checks.
Work Environment & Schedule
On‑site role in Handford, CA .
Occasional flexibility required to meet program and client needs.
Why Aspiranet?
Growth potential.
14 paid holidays (including birthday and diversity holidays).
10 vacation days + 10 sick days annually.
100% employer‑paid medical and dental plans.
403(b) retirement plan with employer
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Worksite address
hanford, CA, 93230, US
Who can apply
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