Chief Program Officer

Easterseals New Jersey•Jamesburg, NJ

3d•$200,000 - $225,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Chief Program Officer will provide executive leadership and strategic oversight for a multi-million-dollar portfolio of services, driving the continued growth, innovation, and advancement of Easterseals New Jersey’s mission. This individual will lead the development and expansion of new programs and service lines while ensuring the long-term sustainability, effectiveness, and operational excellence of existing services. The ideal candidate will bring a forward-thinking and proactive leadership approach, with a strong focus on continuous improvement, organizational growth, and impactful service delivery. Success in this role requires demonstrated strengths in strategic execution, business acumen, change leadership, results-driven decision-making, and the ability to inspire and motivate teams across the organization.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Human Services or an equivalent field of study.
10+ years of progressive senior leadership experience within behavioral health, mental health, healthcare, or human services settings.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively engage diverse stakeholders.
Excellent project management, strategic planning, and organizational skills.
Demonstrated experience overseeing program operations, budgets, and fiscal management.

Responsibilities

Provides strategic leadership for the growth, development, and overall vision of assigned service portfolios.
Expands and enhances services in alignment with the mission of Easterseals New Jersey.
Identifies and develops new revenue opportunities to support program growth and increase service capacity.
Ensures all service lines remain compliant with applicable regulatory, licensing, and accreditation standards.
Maintains a high standard of consumer and customer service across all programs and operations.
Promotes program quality and service-line stability through the implementation of standards, controls, systems, procedures, and ongoing evaluation of outcomes.
Oversees multiple program budgets and ensures fiscal goals and operational outcomes are achieved.
Directs fiscal operations across service portfolios, including budgeting, financial reporting, and audit oversight.
Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
Effectively represents the organization when interacting with leadership, community partners, the Board of Directors, and the public.
Ensures all service portfolios maintain the highest standards of health, safety, and operational excellence.