Arnold Carreon
@arnoldcarreon
Experienced behavioral health leader specializing in SUD program management and staff development.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated behavioral health professional with extensive experience managing residential SUD programs, compliance, and staff training. I have overseen daily operations of a 71-bed Medi-Cal residential treatment program, led quality assurance and audits, and developed programs that improve client retention and treatment completion.
I bring years of experience in organizational consulting, executive leadership, and clinical education—facilitating trainings on DEI, unconscious bias, and clinical curricula, implementing compliance systems, and leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver measurable improvements in operations and client outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Assistant Program Manager
G & C Swan Inc.
May 2025 - Present (4 months)
Oversee daily operations of a 71-bed residential SUD treatment program for Medi-Cal clients, supervising counseling staff and ensuring CCAPP, DHCS, and Medi-Cal compliance to improve retention and care continuity.
Executive Director
Trinity Organizational Consulting
Aug 2022 - Apr 2025 (2 years 8 months)
Led strategic business planning and training initiatives to increase operational efficiency and employee engagement, and delivered data-driven recommendations to improve profitability and reduce losses.
Organizational Consultant Intern
Quincunx Consulting
Jul 2022 - Jul 2023 (1 year)
Facilitated workshops on unconscious bias and inclusive leadership, conducted market research and surveys, and delivered actionable DEI and management recommendations to clients across industries.
Compliance Manager
Domus Retreat
Nov 2019 - Nov 2021 (2 years)
Implemented compliance policies and conducted audits at an opioid treatment center, delivered RADT education, and prepared compliance reports to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and safety protocols.
Chemical Dependency Counselor
Aurora Charter Oak Behavioral Hospital
Jan 2018 - Oct 2019 (1 year 9 months)
Provided assessments, individualized treatment plans, and psychoeducation groups in a 12-resident addiction residential program, using EHRs to maintain documentation and coordinate multidisciplinary care.
Social Services Therapist
Aurora Las Encinas Behavioral Hospital
Jan 2011 - Dec 2017 (6 years 11 months)
Delivered individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and personalized treatment plans to support clients' mental health and connect them with appropriate resources.
Managed gym operations and a team of 10 trainers, developed promotional campaigns and personalized fitness programs, resulting in increased memberships and client retention.
Adjunct Faculty
California State University Los Angeles
Sep 2007 - Jun 2008 (9 months)
Taught kinesiology courses, designed curriculum and assessments, and monitored student progress to achieve learning outcomes and foster an effective, diverse learning environment.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Southern New Hampshire University
Master of Science, Psychology
2020 - 2023
Completed a Master of Science in Psychology program focused on clinical and counseling principles applied to substance use disorder education and program development.
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
1998 - 2004
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with coursework supporting counseling, behavioral health, and program implementation in clinical settings.
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