Overview
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year, DOE
Schedule: Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Full-Time, On-site, On-call rotation
Location: 5401 W. Ninth Street Greeley, Colorado 80634
Embark at Greeley is seeking a dedicated Assistant Program Director to support and grow our Residential Team. This leadership role partners with the Program Director to ensure the residential program runs safely, effectively, and in alignment with our mission to support the social and emotional development of the adolescents in our care.
Responsibilities
Supervise and mentor Shift Supervisors.
Support residential staff through training, coaching, and professional development.
Collaborate with the Program Director and Clinical Team to plan and implement daily client activities.
Ensure compliance with safety protocols, licensing standards, and HIPAA documentation.
Respond to emergencies as part of the on-call team and support crisis management.
Promote a positive, values-driven staff and client culture.
Qualifications
- 21+ years of age or older
- Bachelor's in human services, psychology, criminal justice, or related field
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen in concordance with Colorado state laws
- Ability to pass federal and state background checks
- Current Colorado driver's license or ability to obtain a Colorado driver’s license upon hire
- Ability to perform CPR and First Aid
Leadership experience in a residential treatment, therapeutic boarding school, or similar behavioral health setting preferred
Strong understanding of licensing, safety, and compliance requirements
Effective communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to mentor and guide teams through change and growth
Passion for supporting staff and creating an emotionally safe and healthy workplace culture
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.
- Paid Parental Leave – Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non-exempt.
- Life & Disability Coverage – Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability; voluntary life and optional short-term disability available.
- 401(k) with Company Match – Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period.
- PTO & Holidays – Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.
There is no predetermined closing date for this job opportunity. The employer will accept applications until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience.
Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience we offer through the diversity of our employees and community. We actively seek to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who contribute to our excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.
Embark does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
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