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Assistant Director of Operations - Residential

Senecafoa, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828

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Assistant Director of Operations - Residential Job Category : Program Management

Requisition Number : ASSIS001779

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Posted : January 21, 2026

Full-Time

Locations Showing 1 location

Pay or shift range: $95,173 USD to $109,173 USD

Description About the Role

The Assistant Director of Operations supports the Program Director in leading the day-to-day operations of the STRTP, ensuring high-quality, safe, and responsive care for youth and families. This role blends operational oversight with hands‑on leadership, providing supervision, coaching, and real‑time support to staff while maintaining compliance with licensing and regulatory requirements. The Assistant Director may oversee specific program elements or teams, partners closely with internal and external stakeholders, and plays a key role in cultivating a collaborative, trauma‑informed program culture grounded in Seneca’s values and Unconditional Care philosophy.

About Seneca

Seneca Family of Agencies

has been nominated among the Bay Area’s Top Workplaces for nearly a decade. We’re committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of outstanding mental health, community‑based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff, and our programs actively engage in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to promote equity and justice for the youth and families we serve.

Responsibilities

Work as a member of a multidisciplinary leadership team to support overall program quality, operations, and effectiveness

Act as STRTP Administrator, overseeing day‑to‑day residential operations

Provide direct supervision to program managers, direct care staff, and administrative support staff, as assigned

Lead hiring, onboarding, training, evaluation, professional development, and personnel actions

Cultivate a program culture that prioritizes safety, engagement, collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning

Ensure appropriate care and supervision of youth in compliance with applicable laws, licensing regulations, and program policies

Oversee required youth programming and activities in accordance with Community Care Licensing (CCL) standards

Support management of program facilities to ensure safe, welcoming, and well‑maintained environments

Provide leadership in the delivery of high‑quality, trauma‑informed care aligned with Seneca’s values and Unconditional Care principles

Offer direct support and guidance to staff working with youth and families, including during complex or high‑acuity situations

Utilize crisis communication, de‑escalation, and intervention strategies consistent with Seneca’s Equilibrium model, including physical intervention when required

Build and maintain effective partnerships with county offices, school districts, law enforcement, emergency services, and community providers

Coordinate and facilitate trainings for external partners, as requested

Engage in data‑informed program assessment activities to evaluate effectiveness and support continuous improvement

Qualifications

Eligible for STRTP Administrator certification per STRTP Interim Licensing Standards by meeting one of the following qualifications:

Have a master’s degree in a behavioral science from an accredited college or university, plus two years of employment as a social worker, as defined in California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Section 80001 (s)(4), in an agency serving children or in a residential congregate care program for children

Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, plus at least three years’ administrative experience or supervisory experience over social work, direct care and/or support staff providing direct services to children in an agency or in a community care facility with a licensed capacity of six or more

TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements

Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and insurability through Seneca Family of Agencies’ insurance policy

At least 21 years of age

Prior demonstrated record of providing effective supervision and leadership of diverse program teams

Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to manage complex tasks in a timely manner

Effective facilitation, coaching, and presentation skills; ability to build collaborative relationships across teams.

Schedule

Monday- Friday 9am- 5pm

In person services required

Working hours may be flexible

Will participate in an administrator on call pool providing phone consultation to direct care staff during off hours

Starting at $95,173 - $109,173 per year

Actual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications

Salary increases each year

Additional compensation provided upon passing a bilingual language proficiency exam

$2,000 sign‑on bonus

for new Seneca employees!

Comprehensive employee benefits package :

Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, and fertility coverage

Short and long‑term disability, family leave, and life insurance

Partially paid premiums for dependents

403b retirement plan

Employer-Paid Assistance Plan

5 weeks of Paid Time off and 11 Paid Holidays

Relocation assistance is available for qualified staff

Opportunities for internal promotions across California and Washington

Specialized training and development opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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