Program Director

• Partner with the Operations Director and leadership team to guide daily operations and program performance
• Supervise coach and develop residential leaders including team supervisors and house managers
• Design and deliver ongoing training for frontline leaders building consistency and accountability across shifts
• Create and maintain a structured leadership training program to strengthen team effectiveness
• Collaborate with families clinicians and internal teams to support a consistent residential experience
• Ensure compliance with state licensing accreditation and safety standards
• Manage staffing coverage schedules budgets and program metrics
• Lead crisis response and operational risk management participating in on-call coverage as needed

• Masters degree in Psychology Social Work Education or related field
• At least 3 years of leadership experience in residential treatment behavioral health or similar setting
• Strong understanding of adolescent development and trauma-informed care
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams with accountability and consistency
• Clear communication sound judgment and strong organizational skills
• Proven ability to plan implement and adjust in a fast-paced residential environment
• Valid Missouri drivers license
• CPR/First Aid and CPI certification (or ability to obtain)

• Medical Dental & Vision Insurance Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.
• Paid Parental Leave Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees
• Life & Disability Coverage Company-paid life AD&D and long-term disability; voluntary life and optional short-term disability available.
• 401(k) with Company Match Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period.
• PTO & Holidays Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Free confidential support for lifes challenges.

Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience we offer through the diversity of our employees and community. We actively seek to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who contribute to our excellence diversity of viewpoints and experiences and relevance in a global society.

Embark does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy gender identity and sexual orientation) national origin age disability genetic information marital status veteran status or any other protected status under applicable laws. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

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