As the Director of Operations at Marina Harbor Detox, Gus Saadeh manages and oversees the day‑to‑day operations with a strong focus on facilities maintenance, Health & Safety compliance, and staff coordination. Working closely with the Program Director, Gus ensures staff are trained effectively and that services are delivered with professionalism, compassion, and alignment with industry best practices.

Gus’s path into this field is deeply personal—being in recovery himself provides a unique understanding of the challenges clients face in early sobriety. This lived experience drives his commitment to creating an environment that is safe, respectful, and grounded in genuine hope. Every operational decision Gus makes is guided by a client‑centered mindset, knowing firsthand how critical stability and empathy are during the early stages of recovery.

Before stepping into this role, Gus worked as a licensed realtor in San Francisco. That experience taught him how to connect with people from all walks of life, build trust quickly, and communicate with empathy—skills that now serve him well in supporting clients, families, and staff in a treatment setting. He has also worked closely with aging individuals and their families on issues of trust, long‑term planning, and transitions of care, bringing sensitivity and structure to complex and emotional situations.

Gus’s areas of expertise include recovery‑based operational leadership, staff and facilities management, and maintaining Health & Safety compliance. He is also skilled in providing empathetic support to clients and their families and has a strong background in transitional planning for aging adults and their loved ones. These combined strengths allow him to bring a balanced approach of structure, compassion, and practical guidance to every aspect of his role.