Job Description
DON / Program Director GSG Protective Services - 3.2 Long Beach, CA Job Details Full-time $120,000 - $160,000 a year 2 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Nursing department supervision Nursing Psychiatry RN License BLS Certification Basic life support Substance abuse DEA License Medical management Medication-assisted substance abuse treatment Nursing Full Job Description Boutique 6-bed residential treatment center in Long Beach is hiring an experienced, credentialed nursing leader to serve as combined Director of Nursing and Program Director. We're DHCS-licensed at ASAM 3.1, 3.2-WM, and 3.5, treating adults with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. This role is open to either an RN with strong SUD/mental health credentials or a PMHNP who can also prescribe within scope. You'll own nursing operations, medication oversight, and overall program management — partnering closely with our Medical Director.
The Role Direct nursing operations:
supervise RNs, LVNs, and BHTs; lead 24/7 staffing Oversee all medication administration, detox protocols (CIWA/COWS), MAT, and prescribing compliance PMHNP candidates: provide direct psychiatric prescribing and medication management within scope Serve as designated Program Director — DHCS compliance, surveys, accreditation, policies, budget Lead Joint Commission readiness and quality improvement What You Bring Active CA RN or PMHNP license in good standing Credential in psychiatry, mental health, or SUD (CARN, CARN-AP, PMH-BC, CASAC, or equivalent; PMHNP board cert qualifies) 5+ years of SUD, behavioral health, psychiatric, or detox nursing experience 2+ years of nursing leadership/supervisory experience Working knowledge of ASAM criteria, DHCS BHIN 21-001, CCR
Title 9, and detox protocols Experience with MAT, polysubstance withdrawal, and co-occurring disorders BLS/CPR; ACLS preferred PMHNP only: active CA Furnishing Number, DEA registration, board certification, collaborative practice agreement; MAT/DATA-waiver preferred What We Offer Tiered competitive salary: RN $140K-$175K or PMHNP $185K-$230K (DOE) Medical, dental, vision; 401(k) with employer contribution PTO, paid holidays, sick leave CEU reimbursement, license renewal, ASAM/MAT training Malpractice insurance coverage (PMHNP) Boutique program; small caseload; meaningful leadership impact Apply Send your resume and brief cover letter — including your credentialing tier (RN or PMHNP) and SUD/mental health experience — to . License verification, references, and background check required prior to offer. Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants in long-term recovery are encouraged to apply. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered. The pay scales shown are posted in compliance with California Labor Code §432.3. Pay:
$120,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year Work Location:
In person