Program Director

Sevita•Fort Wayne, IN

12d

About The Position

The Program Director manages the day-to-day operations of one to four community programs serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The role oversees direct supports, person-centered planning and implementation, healthcare, advocacy, stakeholder relations, regulatory compliance, recruiting and retention, staffing, training, safety, financial management, and maintenance of the physical environment. The Program Director manages program staff, including performance evaluations, scheduling, and orientation, and makes recommendations and/or decisions regarding employee hires, transfers, promotions, salary changes, corrective action, and terminations. The role manages program planning and monitors the delivery of services and supports to ensure they are consistent, engaging, and relevant to the individuals served. The person in this role must be available on-call to support staff, find coverage, or cover shifts as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and two to three years of related experience in the Human Services Industry preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Other education, experience, training, licensure, or certification as required by state requirements or applicable regulations.
Current driver's license, car registration, and auto insurance.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to multitask to meet deadlines.
Effective communication skills to manage relationships.
Reliable, responsible attitude and compassionate approach.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree and two to three years of related experience in the Human Services Industry are preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day operations of one to four community programs.
Organize and implement direct supports and person-centered planning.
Oversee healthcare, advocacy, stakeholder relations, and regulatory compliance.
Manage recruiting, retention, staffing, training, safety, financial management, and maintenance of the physical environment.
Manage program staff, including performance evaluations, scheduling, and orientation.
Make recommendations and/or decisions regarding employee hires, transfers, promotions, salary changes, corrective action, and terminations.
Manage implementation of program planning and monitor the delivery of services and supports.
Ensure services are consistent, engaging, and relevant to the individuals served.
Be available on-call to support staff, find coverage, or cover shifts as needed.