Help People Heal

Director of Residential Services

Pennsauken, NJ
Full-Time
Salary: $85,000 annually
DailyPay Available

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At South Jersey Behavioral Health Resources, Inc., we believe every person deserves access to high-quality behavioral health services that support recovery, wellness, and independence.

We're seeking an experienced and compassionate leader who is committed to advancing behavioral health services and strengthening residential programs for individuals living with serious mental illness. This is an opportunity to lead a dedicated team, drive program excellence, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve.

Whether you're an established behavioral health leader or looking to take the next step in your leadership career, we provide the support, resources, and opportunities needed to help you succeed while making a difference every day.

About South Jersey Behavioral Health Resources, Inc.

South Jersey Behavioral Health Resources, Inc. (SJBHR) is dedicated to improving lives through high-quality behavioral health services and support programs throughout the community.

Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, stability, and success while promoting dignity, respect, wellness, recovery, and personal choice.

Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting individuals in reaching their goals and living healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Why Join Our Team?

Competitive Pay & Benefits

• Annual salary of $85,000
• DailyPay Access to Earned Wages Before Payday
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Company-Paid Training

Benefit eligibility may vary based on employment status and plan requirements.

Career Growth & Development

• Professional Development Opportunities
• Leadership Development Programs
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Licensing and Certification Support
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines

Meaningful Work That Matters

• Lead Programs That Change Lives
• Support Recovery and Wellness
• Guide and Develop Clinical Teams
• Strengthen Residential Services
• Build Community Partnerships
• Join a Mission-Driven Organization

What You'll Do

As a Director of Residential Services, you will provide strategic, clinical, and administrative leadership for adult mental health rehabilitation residential services and supportive housing programs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Direct, plan, supervise, and coordinate residential service operations and staff
• Provide clinical and administrative oversight to residential programs
• Develop program policies, goals, objectives, staffing plans, and operational procedures
• Hire, train, supervise, evaluate, and support residential staff
• Ensure compliance with agency policies, regulatory requirements, and professional standards
• Develop and manage annual budgets and oversee effective resource utilization
• Monitor program outcomes and participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Ensure completion and monitoring of clinical assessments and related documentation
• Review clinical records to ensure compliance with policies and regulations
• Establish and maintain relationships with community providers, funding sources, and governmental agencies
• Facilitate staff meetings, supervisory sessions, and program communication processes
• Promote wellness, recovery, person-centered services, and continuity of care

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

✔ Compassionate
✔ Dependable
✔ Strong Clinical Leader
✔ Strategic Thinker
✔ Team-Oriented
✔ Service-Focused
✔ Professional
✔ Positive and Solution-Oriented
✔ Committed to Recovery-Focused Care
✔ Passionate About Supporting Individuals with Mental Health Needs

Qualifications

Required

• Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related mental health discipline
• Minimum of five years of experience providing mental health services
• Minimum of two years of supervisory experience in residential services
• Demonstrated clinical proficiency in serving individuals with serious and persistent mental illness
• Valid driver's license and driving record that meets insurance carrier requirements
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to utilize electronic health records and related information systems
• Ability to successfully complete all required agency training

Preferred

• Professional licensure or eligibility for licensure
• Experience working with individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders (MICA)
• Previous experience overseeing multiple residential programs
• Experience with budgeting, program development, and regulatory compliance

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Primarily weekday business hours
• Additional hours as necessary to support program operations and staff
• Leadership availability for residential services oversight
• Location: Pennsauken, NJ

Apply Today

Some jobs pay the bills. Some jobs build careers. This job changes lives.

If you're looking for meaningful work where your leadership, clinical expertise, and commitment to helping others can make a lasting impact, we encourage you to apply today.

Join the South Jersey Behavioral Health Resources team and help build stronger pathways to recovery and independence.

About Our Organization

South Jersey Behavioral Health Resources, Inc. is part of the Inperium family of companies.

Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

This policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.

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