Program Director

Sevita•Phoenix, AZ

1d•$50,000 - $55,000

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, health care, advocacy, stakeholder relations, regulatory compliance, recruiting and retention, staffing, training, safety, financial management, and upkeep of the physical environment. The Program Director manages program staff, including performance evaluations, scheduling, and orientation, and makes recommendations or decisions concerning hiring, transfers, promotions, salary changes, corrective action, and terminations. The role also oversees program planning and monitors service delivery to ensure supports are consistent, engaging, and relevant to the individuals served. The Director must be available on-call to support staff, arrange 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 is acceptable.
Meet other education, experience, training, licensure, or certification requirements specified by state requirements or applicable regulations.
Current driver's license, car registration, and auto insurance.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
Effective communication skills to manage relationships.
Reliable and responsible attitude and a 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 the day-to-day operations of one to four community programs.
Organize and implement direct supports and person-centered planning.
Oversee health care, 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 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.