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Oakland, California

Inpatient Behavioral Health Program Administrator - 115

Behavioral HealthIncludes callIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$125k-$155k

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

Weekend work is also flagged as required; confirm which days and how often.

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Posted 52m ago · Verified live

Job Description

“They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I’d be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live...” - Client from Telecare

What You Will Do to Change Lives

The Administrator is a key position in driving the organization’s success. They are responsible for both clinical and financial success of their Program which contributes the overall success of both Telecare and those we serve.

The individual in this role is responsible for overseeing and leading the team of people providing patient care as well as managing the business operations of the Program.

They are responsible for managing all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the Program, which involves ensuring successful management and leadership over the 4 Pillars of performance: Clinical Quality, Workforce Engagement, Customer Satisfaction, and Financial Security.

Additionally, the Administrator collaborates with all corporate functions and outside consultants and representatives of the program to State/County agencies, community partners, and consumer groups.

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.

Join Our Compassionate Team

Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams.

Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.

Gladman is licensed as a 40-bed Mental Health Rehabilitation Center (MHRC) providing sub-acute psychiatric treatment to adults 18 and older.

Shifts Available

Full-Time: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM | Monday - Friday plus on call responsibilities.

This role requires you to work onsite in Oakland, CA

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

What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)

  • Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business, Social Services or Public Health
  • Four (4) years of experience in an administrative management position in an inpatient health care setting
  • Two (2) years of responsibility of supervising professional staff,
  • Must understand community mental health services, psychiatric rehabilitation concepts, and the Recovery Philosophy
  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Must be CPR, First Aid, and CPI certified (hands-on course) on date of employment or 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, 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)

What’s In It For You*

  • 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 NOC Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend NOC 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
  • For more information visit: telecarecorp.com

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

*May vary by location and position type

Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.

If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.

Key Responsibilities

The Administrator oversees the clinical and financial success of the program while leading the team in providing patient care. They are responsible for managing day-to-day operations across clinical quality, workforce engagement, customer satisfaction, and financial security.

Requirements

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree and at least four years of administrative management experience in an inpatient healthcare setting. Additionally, two years of professional staff supervision and current CPR, First Aid, and CPI certifications are required.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical Quality ManagementOperational LeadershipCrisis ManagementRegulatory ComplianceOn-call Management

Behavioral Health Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$140k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $126k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% are remote, 23% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Inpatient Behavioral Health Program Administrator - 115 at Telecare a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% of all Behavioral Health healthcare professional listings evaluated on our platform.

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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

6.6/ 10
Listing-based score
  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends

Living in Oakland

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$853k≈ 6.8× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,735/mo≈ 26% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
30 min
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Telecare

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Alameda, CA
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Paid Time Off
Nine Paid Holidays
Shift differentials for hourly staff
Free CEUs
Free Supervision for BBS Associate License
Coaching and mentorship
Online University Tuition Discount
Company Scholarships