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Operations Manager - Mental Health

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Be the backbone of care and support healing from the inside out.

Evolve Treatment Centers is hiring an Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our two 6-bed residential programs for teens in Walnut Creek and Lafayette, CA. In this role, you’ll ensure our programs run smoothly, our staff feel supported, and our clients receive care in a safe, structured, and healing environment.

About Evolve:

We offer cutting-edge intensive outpatient (IOP), partial hospitalization (PHP), and residential treatment (RTC) programs for teens ages 12–17 dealing with mental health and substance use disorders. Our approach integrates evidence-based therapies like DBTCBT, and MI, alongside experiential treatments.

What You'll Do: Staff Management:

  • Oversee recruiting, onboarding, and offboarding of clinical and non-clinical team members in collaboration with HR.

  • Directly supervise 25+ Residential Counselors, Overnight Counselors, and the facility Chef.

  • Provide training, mentorship, and performance reviews, including write-ups and disciplinary actions.

  • Monitor schedules, ensure accurate timeclock use, and manage overtime.

  • Lead on-site onboarding tours and represent Evolve's culture and values.

Facility Operations & Compliance:

  • Ensure both facilities meet accreditation standards (JCAHO, CARF, CCLD).

  • Maintain facility readiness: from food safety and fire safety checks to stocking emergency supplies.

  • Manage budgets, inventory, vendor coordination, and repairs in collaboration with the Director of Facility Operations.

  • Ensure the home is always “tour-ready” and organized.

Client Support:

  • Assist with client admissions, discharges, and supervision during staffing shortages.

  • Support with off-site medical transportation and COVID-related supervision when needed.

  • Organize Saturday outings and weekly client treats.

  • Participate in on-call rotation and incident debriefs.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 2+ years of supervisory or operations management experience.

  • Exceptional time management, organizational, and communication skills.

  • Professional demeanor and ability to lead with calm in high-stress situations.

  • Must be 21+, hold a valid CA driver’s license, and have reliable transportation.

  • Able to pass LiveScan background checks and child abuse clearances.

  • Willingness to work with COVID-positive clients and participate in on-call rotation.

  • BA degree .
  • Experience working in healthcare/mental health/behavior health .

Compensation & Perks:

  • Pay Range: $80,000–$90,000 and a possible sign-on bonus

  • Health, Dental, and 401k benefits

  • Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, and Holidays

  • Free on-site lunch by our amazing Chefs!

  • Supportive, mission-driven environment with growth potential

  • Certified Great Place to Work—voted by our team

If you're passionate about operations and want to help teens heal in a nurturing and structured environment, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and be a part of something meaningful.

For information on Evolve's privacy practices, see the Evolve California Personnel Privacy Notice located at https://evolvetreatment.com/personnel-privacy-notice/

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Operations Manager - Mental Health

Walnut Creek, CA
Full time

Published on 07/10/2025

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