Program Director - Residential
Merakey
Chestnut Hill, PA · Posted October 15, 2026
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About the job
We’re seeking an energetic and mission‑driven Program Director to lead our 16‑bed Long-Term Structured Residence (LTSR) in the Chestnut Hill area of Philadelphia .
In this role, you’ll make a real impact by ensuring high‑quality care and strong leadership within a supportive team environment.
What You’ll Do:
Lead program operations to keep the residence running smoothly each day.
Provide clinical and staff leadership to ensure exceptional, person‑centered care.
Supervise and support staff , including training, coaching, and performance evaluations.
Maintain regulatory compliance with state, payer, and organizational requirements.
Ensure accurate documentation , including treatment plans, progress notes, and charting.
Manage the program budget and identify opportunities for program growth and improvement.
Oversee crisis and incident management to maintain a safe and stable environment.
Partner with families, clinical teams, and external agencies to support continuity of care.
Prepare for audits and site visits and lead ongoing quality improvement efforts.
This role is ideal for a collaborative, organized, and compassionate leader who’s committed to delivering high‑quality behavioral health services
Earn $72,000 annually.
Benefits
Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.
Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits
About Merakey
Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year.
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Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
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