Required:
Bachelor's or Master's Degree (in related field)
3+ Years Experience (Children's Residential Setting)
Current Administrator's Certificate
Current CPR & First Aid
Valid Driver's License
Finger Print & Background Check (Guardian Validation)
Current Negative TB Test Results
Health Screening Report
Key Responsibilities
• Program Leadership & Operations:
◦ Lead day-to-day operations of the STRTP home, ensuring safety, quality, and therapeutic integrity
◦ Develop and implement program policies, procedures, and schedules
◦ Oversee admissions, discharges, and case plan coordination
• Regulatory Compliance & Licensing:
◦ Maintain full compliance with Title 22, WIC 11460–11489, and other CCR standards
◦ Prepare for, host, and respond to licensing audits, county site reviews, and accrediting bodies
◦ Ensure timely reporting of incidents, care plan updates, and required documentation
• Staff Supervision & Development:
◦ Recruit, train, and supervise direct-care staff, therapists, and support personnel
◦ Conduct regular performance evaluations and staff meetings
◦ Facilitate ongoing professional development in trauma-informed care and evidence-based interventions
• Clinical Coordination & Quality Assurance:
◦ Collaborate with licensed therapists to review individual treatment plans and progress
◦ Implement quality-improvement initiatives based on data, feedback, and best practices
◦ Monitor safety protocols, incident management, and crisis response
• Budget & Resource Management:
◦ Develop and manage the program budget, ensuring cost-effective operations
◦ Oversee procurement of supplies, equipment, and facility maintenance
◦ Track billing, revenue, and financial reporting in partnership with the finance team
• Community & Stakeholder Engagement:
◦ Build and maintain relationships with county agencies, referral sources, and community partners
◦ Represent YCE at local advisory boards, stakeholder meetings, and community events
◦ Advocate for youth services and strengthen program visibility
Qualifications
• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field (required) + 2 Years Experience OR
• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field (required) + 3 Years Experience
• Valid California driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
• Minimum 3 years of leadership in residential mental health or foster care settings, including STRTP experience
• In-depth knowledge of California STRTP regulations (WIC, CCR Title 22) and CCL licensing processes
• Strong financial acumen, budgeting, and grant-management skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution abilities
• Commitment to trauma-informed, culturally responsive care