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Embark Behavioral Health · 5 hours ago

Assistant Program Director

Marion, MT

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$60K/yr - $70K/yr

Embark Behavioral Health is seeking a dedicated Assistant Program Director to support and grow their Residential Team. This leadership role partners with the Program Director to ensure the residential program runs safely, effectively, and in alignment with the mission to support the social and emotional development of adolescents in care.

Health CareMental Health

Comp. & Benefits

Hiring Manager

Rebecca Barrier

Responsibilities

Supervise and mentor Residential Managers

Support residential staff through training, coaching, and professional development

Collaborate with the Program Director and Clinical Team to plan and implement daily client activities

Ensure compliance with safety protocols, licensing standards, and HIPAA documentation

Respond to emergencies as part of the on-call team and support crisis management

Promote a positive, values-driven staff and client culture

Qualification

ComplianceLeadership experienceCPRFirst AidEffective communicationPassion for staff supportOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsMentoring skills

Required

21+ years of age or older

Bachelor's in human services, psychology, criminal justice, or related field

Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen in concordance with Montana state laws

Ability to pass federal and state background checks

Current Montana driver's license or ability to obtain a Montana driver's license upon hire

Ability to perform CPR and First Aid

Strong understanding of licensing, safety, and compliance requirements

Effective communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Ability to mentor and guide teams through change and growth

Passion for supporting staff and creating an emotionally safe and healthy workplace culture

Preferred

Leadership experience in a residential treatment, therapeutic boarding school, or similar behavioral health setting

Benefits

Access to an established Mastery Program that offers professional and financial opportunities for professional growth.

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 and 4 weeks for non-exempt.

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 life’s challenges.

Company

Embark Behavioral Health

Embark Behavioral Health is a leading network of behavioral health treatment centers, for young people, that is dedicated to reversing the trends of anxiety, depression, and suicide by 2028.

Founded in 1995