PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR (LEVEL 7 RESIDENTIAL)

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401(k) Competitive salary Dental insurance Free food & snacks Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Tuition assistance Vision insurance Position Overview

ABA SHINE

is seeking an experienced Program Administrator to lead the launch and operation of a Level 7 Residential Facility serving children (ages 17 and under) with severe behavioral and clinical needs. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for ensuring: Regulatory compliance (Title 22 & Title 17) Program stability and safety Staff performance and retention Coordination with Regional Center (RCEB) The ideal candidate has experience in high-acuity residential or behavioral programs and understands the complexity of supporting individuals transitioning from CCH, or high-risk placements. Key Responsibilities Program Leadership Oversee daily operations of a 4-bed Level 7 residential home Ensure a highly structured, predictable, and safe environment Maintain compliance with CCL, DDS, and RCEB requirements Staffing & Supervision Hire, train, and supervise direct care and supervisory staff Ensure staffing ratios meet Level 7 expectations (1:1-1:2 as needed) Manage staff schedules including 24/7 awake coverage Compliance & Quality Assurance Maintain licensing standards (Title 22) Ensure proper documentation, incident reporting, and audits Partner with clinical team to ensure programming is implemented correctly Collaboration Act as primary liaison with: Regional Center (RCEB) Families and guardians Clinical providers (BCBA, psychiatry, etc.) ✅ Qualifications Bachelor's degree required (Human Services, Psychology, or related field) 2-5+ years in residential or behavioral health leadership Experience with: Developmental disabilities Severe behaviors (SIB, aggression, elopement, PICA) Strong knowledge of: Title 22 regulations Incident reporting and licensing compliance Experience managing teams in high-intensity environments Preferred Experience in: Level 4I / Level 6 / EBSH / CCH / STRTP programs Working toward certification (not required but highly valued) What Makes This Role Unique Opportunity to build and lead a Level 7 program from the ground up Work closely with clinical leadership (BCBA-driven model) Direct impact on reducing placement disruption for high-risk youth IF interested, please respond to this post or contact 510 284 7057