Director of Developmental Services

Rockbridge Area Community Services•Lexington, VA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Developmental Services is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and management of programs serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This position provides strategic and operational oversight of all Developmental Services programs, including supervision of program managers, budget management, program development, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance. The Director ensures services are delivered in accordance with applicable regulations, including those of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, Medicaid Waiver requirements, and other governing authorities. The Director serves as a member of the Leadership Team and collaborates across departments to support agency-wide goals and strategic initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human services with at least five (5) years of work experience providing services to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities required
Experience with Medicaid Waiver services and regulatory compliance required
Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a safe driving record in accordance with RACS policies

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred
Minimum of five (5) years of program administration and supervisory experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provide the required knowledge and abilities
Experience with HUD or similar funding preferred
Developmental disabilities service systems and best practices
Medicaid Waiver requirements and service delivery models
DBHDS licensing standards, reporting systems, and performance measures
Program administration, budgeting, and fiscal management
Policy development and implementation
Leadership and staff supervision
Program development, evaluation, and quality improvement
Budget management and financial oversight
Interagency coordination and community relations
Effective written and verbal communication

Responsibilities

Direct the overall operation of the DS Service Delivery Programs including residential, case management, day support and early intervention within the catchment area
Oversee staffing structures, workforce development, and performance management within the unit
Ensure supervision, training, and evaluation processes are consistently implemented across programs
Conduct hiring, training, and direct supervision of DS program managers and assume direct supervisory responsibility of DS program staff in the absence of program managers
Oversee performance improvement, disciplinary actions, staff training, and team collaboration
Ensure compliance with all standards; manage state reporting systems and requirements
Lead quality improvement efforts; oversee audits, inspections, investigations, and corrective actions
Develop/manage budgets; monitor financial performance and safeguard funds
Plan, expand, and evaluate programs using data-driven improvements
Build stakeholder relationships; represent programs in the community and public settings