Residential Supervisor
Embark Behavioral Health
Summary
Join us at Embark at our Short-term Residential Treatment Program in San Martin, where Behavioral Health Associates offer guidance and support to adolescents and their families. Serving teen girls and boys (gender fluid) ages 12 – 17, experiencing and struggling with school refusal, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, suicidal ideation and other mental health issues.
Job description
Overview
Join us at Embark at our Short-term Residential Treatment Program in San Martin, where Behavioral Health Associates offer guidance and support to adolescents and their families. Serving teen girls and boys (gender fluid) ages 12 – 17, experiencing and struggling with school refusal, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, suicidal ideation and other mental health issues.
Responsibilities
- Mentor & develop staff — coach Behavioral Health Associates and strengthen their skills through ongoing guidance.
- Promote safety — minimize risks and maintain a secure environment for residents and staff.
- Lead trainings — design and deliver engaging training sessions for Behavioral Health Associates.
- Oversee room safety checks — ensure room searches are completed thoroughly and documented accurately.
- Track attendance — maintain clear, timely attendance records for staff and residents.
- Maintain staffing ratios — monitor and adjust staffing to meet program and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure JCAHO compliance — complete required documentation promptly and accurately.
- Run safety drills — conduct monthly fire and earthquake drills to reinforce emergency readiness.
- Build monthly schedules — develop and manage the staffing schedule to support smooth operations.
- Participate in treatment planning — attend weekly treatment meetings and complete related documentation.
Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a Supervisor/Manager role with direct reports
- Minimum 2 years of experience working in behavioral health
- High School Diploma or GED is required
- 21+ years of age or older
- Able to pass pre-employment drug screen
- Able to pass criminal investigation background check
- Current driver's license
- Ability to perform CPR and First-Aid
- Skilled in de-escalating agitated adolescents
- Preferred: One year of experience in a residential setting using relational, experiential, and systemic modalities
- Preferred: Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work or related field
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a Supervisor/Manager role with direct reports
- Minimum 2 years of experience working in behavioral health
- High School Diploma or GED is required
- 21+ years of age or older
- Able to pass pre-employment drug screen
- Able to pass criminal investigation background check
- Current driver's license
- Ability to perform CPR and First-Aid
- Skilled in de-escalating agitated adolescents
- Preferred: One year of experience in a residential setting using relational, experiential, and systemic modalities
- Preferred: Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work or related field
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life & Disability Coverage
- 401(k) with Company Match
- PTO & Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mastery Program
Company overview
Embark Behavioral Health is a leading national network of behavioral health treatment centers specializing in comprehensive mental health care for adolescents and young adults. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, the organization operates more than 30 outpatient centers and residential treatment programs across the United States. Embark offers a full continuum of evidence-based services including wilderness therapy, residential treatment centers, partial hospitalization programs, intensive outpatient programs, and virtual counseling. The company is distinguished by its bold mission to reverse the trends of adolescent and young adult anxiety, depression, and suicide by 2028. With over 25 years of specialized experience, Embark utilizes innovative therapeutic approaches like their CASA framework (Commitment, Acceptance, Security, and Attunement) to build healing bonds with patients and families. The organization serves thousands of clients annually through its nationwide network, providing personalized treatment plans for conditions including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, substance use, and trauma-related disorders. Embark accepts most major insurance plans and maintains accreditation from organizations including The Joint Commission, demonstrating its commitment to quality care standards.