Licensed Program Director -Autism Services

Job Description

Who We Are :

At The Stables, we recognize that not all great minds think alike. To help clients reach their full potential, we offer a wide range of individualized programming tailored to their pace and needs. Our program serves as a bridge to independence — empowering individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and neurodivergent tendencies to build the skills, confidence, and self-direction needed for long-term success, while comfortably exploring the possibilities of a more independent, engaged life.

Located on a serene 25-acre property, our home-like 9-bed facility provides a low staff-to-client ratio, offering personalized attention and support. The Stables creates a realistic environment that mirrors daily challenges individuals experience at home, school, or the workplace, offering authentic, real-life experiences to support new learning and growth.

What We Offer :

• Collaborative environment dedicated to clinical excellence
• Multiple Career Development Pathways
• Company Supported Continuing Education & Certification
• Multiple health plan design options
• Flexible Dental & Vision Plan Options
• 100% Company Paid EAP Emotional Well-Being Support
• 100% Company Paid Critical Illness (with health enrollment plan)
• 100% Company Paid Life & ADD
• 401K with Company Match
• Company-Sponsored HSA, FSA, & DSA Tax Savings Accounts
• Generous Team Member Referral Program
• Parental Leave

How You Will Contribute :

The Stables Program Director has overall responsibility for the clinical and operational success of The Stables Program. The Program Director shall have oversite across multiple departments and is responsible for clinical quality and program integrity. Position directs day-to-day operations, manages and develops staff, ensures sound fiscal operations, and promotes positive relationships with referral partners.

Essential Responsibilities :

Additional Responsibilities

What We're Seeking

Education and Experience

Position requires a master’s degree and active unrestricted TN clinical licensure such as LISW, LPCC, LPC-MHSP, LCSW, LMFT and a minimum of 5 years of related experience in Autism and behavioral healthcare setting; 5 years of leadership experience within a behavioral healthcare treatment facility is preferred.

Other Requirements

Renaissance Health Care Group, LLC, doing business as Pasadena Villa Smoky Mountain Lodge and The Stables provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment. Pasadena Villa reserves the rights to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way the organization desires. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. This job description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains “At-Will.”