Director of Programs

Merakey • Chambersburg, PA

3h • $65,000

About The Position

The Director of Programs at Merakey will provide comprehensive operational oversight of a community of homes. Directly, manages, maintains, and monitors all aspects of residential and community-based services. Supervises team members to ensure compliance with specific program models and maintains alignment with Merakey’s mission. Ensure financial accountability and viability of the programs, supporting program managers with  household budgeting. Develops, administers, and monitors budgets to achieve established financial goals. Participates in the development and evaluation of individual service plans. Oversees the quality of services provided, participating in Performance and Quality Improvement (PQI) efforts. Provides direct training to staff in compliance with program and Merakey requirements. Works with program managers to ensure staff are in compliance with all necessary training. Resolve conflicts and problems within the program, with outside agencies, and stakeholders. Ensure adherence and compliance to program best practices, Merakey policies, and regulations from state, local, federal, and accreditation organizations. Provides on-call availability and flexibility to ensure staffing and program needs are addressed after regular business hours. Supports Program Managers with HR related issues to include, employee hiring, discipline, and discharge. Coordinates and provides assistance with the preparation for site visits and audits. Conducts environmental checks to ensure health and safety of individuals we support and employees. Facilitates and/or participates in meetings with team members, families, and other stakeholders.

Requirements

• Valid Driver's License and ability to pass motor vehicle report and criminal background checks
• High School Diploma or GED required
• 1-3 years IDD related experience required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive operational oversight of a community of homes.
• Directly manages, maintains, and monitors all aspects of residential and community-based services.
• Supervises team members to ensure compliance with specific program models and maintains alignment with Merakey’s mission.
• Ensure financial accountability and viability of the programs, supporting program managers with  household budgeting.
• Develops, administers, and monitors budgets to achieve established financial goals.
• Participates in the development and evaluation of individual service plans.
• Oversees the quality of services provided, participating in Performance and Quality Improvement (PQI) efforts.
• Provides direct training to staff in compliance with program and Merakey requirements.
• Works with program managers to ensure staff are in compliance with all necessary training.
• Resolve conflicts and problems within the program, with outside agencies, and stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence and compliance to program best practices, Merakey policies, and regulations from state, local, federal, and accreditation organizations.
• Provides on-call availability and flexibility to ensure staffing and program needs are addressed after regular business hours.
• Supports Program Managers with HR related issues to include, employee hiring, discipline, and discharge.
• Coordinates and provides assistance with the preparation for site visits and audits.
• Conducts environmental checks to ensure health and safety of individuals we support and employees.
• Facilitates and/or participates in meetings with team members, families, and other stakeholders.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: High school or GED