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Oakland, California

Psych Hospital Administrator - Behavioral Health 155

PsychiatryIncludes callIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$155k-$184k

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Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
Includes weekends
Posted 1h 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.

Shifts Available

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

Expected starting wage range is $154,736 - $ 184,215   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 a
health care setting
* Two (2) years of responsibility of supervising professional staff, budgeting,
program planning, and licensing
* Must have Joint Commission experience
* 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:  https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits
[https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits]  

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.  

Heritage Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF) is a 26-bed hospital providing acute
psychiatric treatment to adults over the age of 18.

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 daily clinical and financial operations of the psychiatric facility, ensuring high standards in quality, workforce engagement, and customer satisfaction. They are responsible for leading the care team and collaborating with corporate functions, state agencies, and community partners.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and have at least four years of administrative management experience in a healthcare setting, including two years of supervisory experience. Required certifications include CPR, First Aid, and CPI, along with a valid driver's license and personal vehicle insurance.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Healthcare AdministrationClinical Quality ManagementJoint Commission ComplianceStaff SupervisionCrisis Management

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Psych Hospital Administrator - Behavioral Health 155 at Telecare a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Psychiatry healthcare professional listings evaluated on our platform.

Psychiatry Career Context

Of the 35 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 31% are remote, 37% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$169k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $153k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Benefits & Perks

Paid Time Off
Nine Paid Holidays
Free CEUs
Free Supervision for BBS Associate License
Coaching and Mentorship
Online University Tuition Discount
Company Scholarships
Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance