Assistant Director of Nursing - Mental Health 616

Assistant Director of Nursing - Mental Health 616

Under the guidance of the Regional Director of Nursing, the ADON is responsible for activities and functions related to the administration of members served care systems and members served care in nursing areas and departments.

Alameda County Youth CSU is a Crisis Stabilization Unit serving youth populations within Alameda County. These programs provide screening/triage, medication support and brief treatment in a safe, protective setting. These programs are sometimes co-located with acute inpatient programs, allowing for a 'warm hand-off' transfer when needed. The typical length of stay is up to 24 hours.

Full-Time: 8:30 AM 5:00 PM | Monday Friday plus on call responsibilities. Employees in this role are required to participate in a structured on-call rotation, remaining accessible and prepared to respond to work-related needs within a designated timeframe. Rotations are scheduled in advance. While on-call, employees must actively monitor communications (e.g., phone, email) and respond in accordance with operational protocols.

Expected starting wage range is $125,258.42 - $154,736.95. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

Demonstrates the Telecare mission, purpose, values and beliefs in everyday language and contact with internal and external stakeholders

Assists in planning, organizing, directing and controlling nursing services

Collaborates with the Regional Floating Director of Nursing in developing departmental goals, objectives, standards of performance, policies and procedures; organizes the department to meet legal, organizational and medical staff guidelines; and functions in an advisory capacity to the administrator in evaluating procedural changes as they relate to care of members served

Makes use of management practices that include empowerment of staff, the provision of clear and concise expectations regarding duties assigned employees, frequent feedback focusing on both positive and problematic aspects of work performance and other management practices that are consistent with Continuous Quality Improvement

Promotes and maintains professional and effective relationships and communications within the department and with other departments

Collaborates with other administrative staff in strategic planning activities with the goal of ensuring ongoing effectiveness of the facility

Works within established staffing requirements and recommends to the Administrator the numbers and classifications of personnel to be employed

Participates in the recruitment, selection and when necessary disciplinary action within the Nursing Department.

Partners with the Administrator to implement the safety program and actively participates in reducing workers' compensation claims

Adheres to standards for procurement of supplies and equipment for the department

Assists in managing the Nursing Department within allocated budgetary parameters and participates in the development of the fiscal budget

Ensures that the nursing department is in compliance with all related state, federal and local licensing regulations and requirements

Oversees and ensures medication management and infection control standards

Collaborates with leadership team and all departments on quality initiatives. Coordinates nursing services with other clinical and ancillary services. In the process of accomplishing this, promotes cost effective use of personnel, supplies and equipment

Participates and encourages participation from staff in activities, including professional and trade organizations, that promote mental health services

Promotes a 'no force first' culture

Establishes and defines standards which ensure safe and therapeutically effective care

Assesses the quality of care rendered by the Nursing Department and ensures sound practice

Establishes and maintains a comprehensive Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement program within the Nursing Department which includes frequent collaboration with other departments, employee education and a focus on monitoring departmental standards and actively removing barriers to the provision of high quality care

Is an active participant of all committees involving members served safety and nursing policies, practices and procedures

Assumes responsibility for her/his professional growth and the ongoing professional development of the nursing staff

Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted and/or changed at the discretion of management.

Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and two (2) years of experience with one (1) years in psychiatric nursing and one (1) years in a supervisory capacity; OR a baccalaureate degree in nursing or a related field and one (1) years of experience in psychiatric nursing, including one (1) year in a supervisory capacity

Current valid licensure as an RN in the state of California

Prefer Youth experience and Crisis/ER or Inpatient experience

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must be CPR, BLS AHA and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certified (hands-on course) on date of employment prior to providing direct client care and maintain current certification throughout employment

All opportunities at Telecare are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of the applicable post-offer physical examination, 2-step PPD test for tuberculosis, acceptable criminal background clearances, excluded party sanctions, and degree or license verification. If the position requires driving, a valid driver's license, a motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply.

Valid and current driver's license, and personal vehicle insurance with your name listed as a driver.

Willingness to use your personal vehicle to attend meetings, etc. (weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate)

Paid Time Off: Eligible employees (20+ hours/week) earn PTO each pay period for vacation and personal needs, with pro-rated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps.

Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift)

Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship

Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan