Assistant Director - Youth Crisis Services at Seneca Family of Agencies

Overview

The Assistant Director of Program Services provides leadership and operational oversight for both the Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) and Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU). The Assistant Director ensures both residential and crisis stabilization programs deliver trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and evidence-based services that promote safety, healing, and positive outcomes for youth and families. This position offers a $5,000 sign on bonus!

About Seneca's Crisis Programs (CSU/COMPASS)

Seneca’s Monterey County Crisis Programs provide crisis stabilization services and short-term residential treatment for children and youth experiencing crises, ensuring timely support when it’s most needed. This innovative way of addressing a mental health emergency provides a safe, supportive and welcoming environment for children and youth. Upon enrollment in the programs, the Seneca teams work with the youth and support networks to assess the needs and strengths of the youth in order to develop the foundation goals that will drive treatment. Comprehensive services include timely mental health assessments, crisis counseling, and linkage to long-term, sustainable support based on each client’s unique strengths and needs. The ultimate goal is to provide mental health/crisis services, suicide prevention, decrease in placement changes and reduction of unnecessary psychiatric hospitalization.

About Seneca

Seneca Family of Agencies has been nominated among the Bay Area’s Top Workplaces for several consecutive years. We’re committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of excellent mental health, community-based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff. Our programs are deeply engaged in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the designated Facility Manager for the STRTP and CSU, maintaining compliance with all CDSS Licensing and DHCS certification requirements.
• Oversee daily operations, staffing, and service delivery across both programs to ensure safety, engagement, and treatment quality.
• Ensure adherence to Welfare & Institutions Code
• 5585 – 5586, Title 9 CCR crisis stabilization standards, and Title 22 CCR STRTP regulations.
• Provide leadership and direction to Program Supervisors and support staff to maintain regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
• Oversee staff scheduling, coverage, and training to ensure 24-hour program support and appropriate supervision ratios.
• Coordinate preparation for licensing visits, audits, and program reviews.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluation of program and support staff.
• Model trauma-informed leadership, emotional regulation, and collaborative communication.
• Promote a culture of direct communication, transparency, and accountability.
• Provide mentorship and support to supervisors and leads, fostering professional growth and team cohesion.
• Participate in multidisciplinary leadership meetings and contribute to policy and protocol development.
  
  

Qualifications

Required

• Eligible to serve as an STRTP Administrator per CDSS Title 22, CCR
• 87064.2, meeting required educational and experience criteria.
• Eligible to serve as Facility Manager for both STRTP and CSU programs under CDSS and DHCS operational standards.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in social work, psychology, behavioral science, or a related field meeting Administrator eligibility requirements.
• Minimum of two (2) years of full-time experience in residential treatment, crisis stabilization, or child welfare, including supervisory or administrative duties.
• At least 21 years of age.
• TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements.
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and insurability through Seneca Family of Agencies’ insurance policy.
  
  

Skills of an Ideal Candidate

• Ability to interpret and apply state and county regulations to program operations.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Commitment to trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and youth-centered care.
  
  

Schedule

• Full-time
• Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  
  

Benefits

• Starting at $100,422 - $114,422 per year
• Actual salary is dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications for the role.
• Additional compensation provided upon passing bilingual language proficiency exam.
• $5,000 sign-on bonus.
• 5 weeks of Paid Time off and 11 Paid Holidays.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package, including:
• Medical, dental, vision and chiropractic coverage and partially paid premiums for dependents.
• Long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance.
• 50% paid premiums for dependents.
• 403b Retirement Plan.
• Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan.
• Seneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer.
• Training stipend and professional development opportunities.
• Excellent clinical training, individual and group supervision, and assistance toward licensure.
• Opportunities to develop specialized skills, including clinical supervision and evidence-based practices.
• Abundant promotional opportunities across the agency in California and Washington.
  

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