Assistant Program Director of Residential IDD Services

Devereux • West Homestead, PA

85d • $67,236 - $77,239

About The Position

This position is responsible for planning, developing, and directing IDD residential services and providing support for individuals with developmental disabilities. It is the primary duty of the assistant program director to increase program services and to ensure that all services and staff are compliant with all federal regulations (waiver standards) including all provider qualification requirements as well as all regulations established by the state Office of Developmental Disabilities Department, DPW, Allegheny County and all other federal, state and contractual agreements. This is done following the organization’s Vision, Mission, and Values as well as the regulations established by ODP, Allegheny County, and HIPAA regulations.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Human Services and three years IDD related experience, including two (2) years as a supervisor, or bachelor’s degree and five years IDD-related experience, including two (2) years as a supervisor, or an associate’s degree and eight (8) years IDD related experience, including four (4) years as a supervisor.
• Prior experience working with cognitively challenged adults.
• Program management experience.
• Supervisory experience.
• Excellent communication/public relations skills.
• Valid driver’s license.
• At least 18 years old.
• Act 33 and 34 clearances.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all residential programs are properly licensed and staff are fully trained and oriented.
• Manage program budgets to support cost-effective operations.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify opportunities for program growth and funding.
• Promote a safe and healthy environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
• Maintain a strong, well-trained, and professional team through supervision and performance evaluations.
• Lead regular team meetings and ensure compliance with state and agency standards.
• Oversee incident management, including staff training, reporting, and quality review.
• Manage recruitment, interviewing, and hiring for residential staff roles.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and support to team members to foster professional growth.

Benefits

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app)
• Dental
• Prescription drug
• Preventative care
• Mental health services
• Student loan debt assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Continuing education assistance
• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day)
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit
• Voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees