Assistant Program Director – Behavioral Health

Pyramid Healthcare at Bluff Recovery | Augusta, GA
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday
Compensation: Based on experience and qualifications
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Lead Operations. Support Recovery. Make an Impact.

Pyramid Healthcare at Bluff Recovery is seeking a motivated and organized Assistant Program Director to support the daily operations of our behavioral healthcare treatment program in Augusta, Georgia.

This leadership position works closely with the Program Director to oversee staff, support program operations, maintain regulatory compliance, and promote a positive experience for both clients and employees. The ideal candidate brings behavioral healthcare or human services experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to quality care and operational excellence.

If you are ready to take the next step in your healthcare leadership career and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals receiving treatment, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Program Operations and Leadership

Assist the Program Director with the daily management and coordination of program operations, ensuring services are delivered effectively and consistently. Support operational goals, identify opportunities for improvement, and help implement organizational policies and procedures.

Staff Supervision and Development

Provide day-to-day guidance and operational support to assigned staff. Assist with scheduling, onboarding, training, coaching, employee development, performance feedback, and corrective action in collaboration with the Program Director.

Quality Assurance and Compliance

Support compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, licensing requirements, accreditation standards, and company policies. Assist with audits, documentation, performance monitoring, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Client Experience and Continuity of Care

Promote a safe, respectful, and supportive treatment environment. Help address operational concerns, coordinate services across clinical, medical, administrative, and operational teams, and support continuity of care.

Facility and Resource Management

Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized facility. Monitor operational processes, assist with resolving day-to-day challenges, and support efficient use of program resources.

Communication and Collaboration

Maintain effective working relationships with physicians, Admissions, Marketing, referral sources, internal departments, and external partners. Provide leadership coverage and operational support in the Program Director’s absence as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business administration, behavioral health, social work, psychology, human services, or a related field preferred.

• At least two years of progressively responsible experience in behavioral healthcare, healthcare, human services, or a similar regulated environment.

• At least one year of supervisory or program management experience, including staff oversight, scheduling, employee performance, operational responsibilities, or compliance.

• Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience may be considered where permitted by applicable requirements.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of behavioral healthcare, treatment services, or human services operations.

• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to provide staff guidance and manage competing priorities.

• Ability to respond appropriately to crisis situations and changing operational needs.

• Strong judgment, professionalism, confidentiality, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with clinical, medical, administrative, and operational teams.

• Commitment to quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and positive client outcomes.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This position primarily operates in a behavioral healthcare treatment and professional office environment, with regular interaction with clients, employees, healthcare professionals, and leadership.

The role may involve walking throughout the facility, climbing stairs, standing for extended periods, and occasionally lifting or carrying materials. The ability to respond appropriately to emotionally sensitive or crisis-related situations is essential. Local travel may be required based on operational needs, and reliable personal transportation is necessary when travel is assigned.

Why Join Pyramid Healthcare?

At Pyramid Healthcare, our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality behavioral healthcare and addiction treatment services. Our team members play an essential role in creating safe treatment environments, supporting recovery, and helping individuals build healthier futures.

As an Assistant Program Director, you will have the opportunity to strengthen your leadership skills, support a dedicated treatment team, and contribute to the effective delivery of behavioral healthcare services.

Apply today to join Pyramid Healthcare at Bluff Recovery in Augusta, GA, and help make a difference in the lives of those we serve.