Program Director / VA REACH

Easterseals PORT Health•Staunton, VA

14d•$75,000 - $83,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), our mission is rooted in empowering individuals, strengthening communities, and helping people live their best lives. We are seeking an experienced and compassionate REACH Program Director to lead, develop, and inspire our crisis services team supporting individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities who are experiencing a behavioral health crisis in the Staunton, VA area. This is more than a leadership position. It is an opportunity to shape services, strengthen a team, and influence life-changing outcomes for individuals and families during some of their most critical moments. If you are a mission-driven leader who can bring together clinical excellence, strong program operations, and people leadership, this could be the opportunity to make your next career move truly meaningful. As the REACH Program Director, you will be a driving force behind the success of the program, providing strategic leadership while ensuring your team has the direction, resources, and support needed to deliver exceptional, person-centered crisis services. You will oversee the administration and operations of the REACH program while providing direct leadership and guidance to the Hospital Liaison, Office Manager, and Residential Program Supervisor.

Requirements

Minimum of a Master’s degree in health, psychology, social work, or a related field
Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience working with developmental disabilities and/or mental health populations
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams, build accountability, navigate complex situations, and foster collaboration
Strong clinical expertise, organization, problem-solving, critical thinking, and sound decision-making
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with strong attention to detail and follow-through
Minimum QMHP credential required
Licensed or license-eligible as an LPC, LCSW, or LMFT preferred
Working knowledge of the Virginia MH/DD/SA system
Proficiency with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems and confidence navigating technology in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Dependability, flexibility, and a strong commitment to the individuals and teams we serve are essential

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop your team, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration, engagement, and professional growth.
Ensure individuals receive compassionate, person-centered services grounded in clinical excellence and best practices.
Drive achievement of program goals, quality standards, and measurable outcomes.
Oversee program operations and ensure services remain responsive to the needs of the individuals, families, and communities we serve.
Develop and oversee budgetary parameters while ensuring responsible and effective use of program resources.
Ensure compliance with applicable state, federal, and agency standards.
Collaborate across clinical, operational, and community teams to strengthen service coordination and continuity of care.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and help move the program forward through thoughtful, solutions-focused leadership.
Participate in the supervisor on-call rotation, providing leadership support when needed.