Residential Manager

Embark Behavioral Health

Independence, Missouri

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$55,000–$65,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Behavioral Health, CPR Certification, Child and Youth Services, Communication Skills, Crisis Intervention, Crisis Management, Documentation, Documentation Plan, Driver's License, First Aid, High School Diploma, Leadership, Mentoring, Metrics, Operations, Operations Management, People Management, Psychology, Risk Management, Social Work, Staff Development, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Treatment Plan
LOCATION
Independence, Missouri
POSTED
6 days ago
Overview:

 

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Salary: $55,000 to $65,000, depending on experience

Full-Time Schedule: 40 to 50 hours per week, with occasional evening hours and rotational on-call weekends

Location: 3205 N Twyman Rd, Independence, MO 64058 

 

Every day as a Residential Manager, you will lead a team of Youth Mentors (Behavioral Health Technicians) and Shift Supervisors to foster a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for our students. With your strong communication skills and people-first approach, you will oversee scheduling, safety, staff development, and the overall care and upkeep of the residential home, while collaborating closely with program directors to ensure smooth, effective operations.
 
At Embark Independence, we are dedicated to creating a secure and encouraging environment that supports real-life change for our students, ages 12-17. Our team works tirelessly to uncover the academic, social, and emotional potential of teenagers held back by behavioral challenges.
Responsibilities:
  • Lead and support Residential Supervisors and Youth Mentors.
  • Hire, train, and onboard new residential staff as needed.
  • Provide regular one‑on‑one supervision and maintain supervision documentation.
  • Attend weekly Treatment Team Meetings and update Treatment Plans with student progress.
  • Train supervisors on Residential Treatment Plans and documentation expectations.
  • Oversee student schedules, program outings, and daily residential operations.
  • Support crisis management using trauma‑informed care and crisis intervention techniques; coordinate with therapeutic on‑call as needed.
  • Ensure timely, accurate completion of all shift documentation (logs, notes, incident reports).
  • Monitor safety metrics (AWOL, self‑harm, hospitalizations, early discharge) and collaborate across departments to reduce risk.
  • Ensure staff compliance with all required trainings (CPI, CPR/First Aid, Embark Treatment Approach).
  • Foster a therapeutic, values‑aligned environment that promotes student growth.
  • Perform other duties within scope as assigned.
Qualifications:
  1. Required:

    • Minimum 3 years' experience working with adolescents in therapeutic program(s).
    • Leadership experience managing direct reports.
    • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
    • 21+ years of age or older
    • Current driver's license
    • Ability to perform CPR and First-Aid.

    Preferred:

    • Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in a residential treatment setting.
    • Bachelor's Degree in psychology, social work or related field.
    • Skilled in de-escalations and managing crisis situations. 
Benefits:

Apply now to embark on a rewarding journey with us!

 

  • Become the Best of the Best: Access to an established Mastery Program that offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth.
  • Proven Positive Outcomes: You’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that your work is making a tangible difference in young adults and adolescent lives. 
  • Holistic Family Approach: Embark recognizes the importance of treating families which is crucial for sustained recovery and well-being for teens.
  • Comprehensive Benefit Program that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability, 401K with company matching, PTO, and paid parental leave.

 

 

If you're ready to be part of a dedicated team making a lasting impact on young lives in our community, we want to hear from you!

 

Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Embark is committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience it offers through the diversity of its employees and community.

 

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About the Company

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Embark Behavioral Health

 
On a Mission: Our Big Hairy Audacious Goal
 
Our big hairy audacious goal is to lead the way in driving teen and young adult anxiety, depression, and suicide from the all-time highs of today to all-time lows by 2028. We’re Glad You’re Here! Embark Behavioral Health is a leading nationwide network of outpatient centers and residential programs offering premier mental health treatment for preteens, teens, and young adults. Our ever-growing locations are part of a continuum of care that provides a range of services built from over 25 years of specialization in serving youth.
 
Five key differentiators set Embark apart from other behavioral health care providers.
  1. We offer a robust continuum of care that provides different levels of service and programming based on an individual’s changing needs, from virtual counseling to residential services.
  2. We have a deep legacy of over 25 years serving youths, focused on preteens, teens, and young adults.
  3. We collect thousands of data points and share feedback with families so we can adjust treatment in real time to improve results.
  4. We treat the entire family using an evidence-based and relationship-focused approach.
  5. We offer the highest levels of quality care and safety standards, with all programs accredited by The Joint Commission.
COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
WEBSITE
https://www.embarkbh.com/about-embark-behavioral-health/