Program Director

The MENTOR Network; Swansea; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community services provider in Swansea is seeking a Program Director to oversee day-to-day operations of multiple programs. This role is pivotal in ensuring quality support for individuals with disabilities. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two to three years of experience in human services. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, job security, and a thriving work environment. Join the mission-driven team and make a difference.

Benefits

Full compensation/benefits package

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job security

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two to three years of related experience in the Human Services Industry preferred.
• Current driver's license, car registration, and auto insurance.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of programs including planning and implementation.
• Handle performance evaluations, scheduling, and orientation of program staff.
• Ensure services are consistent and engaging for individuals served.
• Be available on-call to support staff as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Multi-tasking

Compassionate approach

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived.

Program Director, IDD Services

$53,750.94 annually

Have you been looking for a fantastic role to continue your career path in Social and Human Services? Look no further. This role is critical to our success and exemplifies the wonderful mission driven work we do here every day.

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

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two to three years of related experience in the Human Services Industry preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Other education, experience, training, licensure, or certification per state requirements or as required by applicable regulations.
• Current driver's license, car registration, and auto insurance.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills to manage relationships.
• A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach.

Why Join Us?

• Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers.
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

We have a rewarding work environment with awesome co-workers – come join our team – Apply Today!

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.