Chief Program Architect

Center for Human Services; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Center for Human Services seeks a Chief Program Officer to lead the organization’s ECM, Behavioral Health, Youth Services, and Family Resource Centers. You will drive an integrated service delivery model, align programs with strategy, and ensure operational excellence across all service lines.

You will partner with the CEO, COO, and CFO to advance strategic plans, improve client outcomes, and maintain compliance with funding requirements.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in relevant fields; active California licensure LMFT/LCSW/LPCC or psychologist preferred
• 8 years of leadership experience with at least 3 years in a senior operational management role
• 5 years of experience supervising and managing others including senior leaders
• Experience building integrated service models across programmatic areas
• Strong operational management including project planning, process improvement, and systems development
• Expertise in data-driven program evaluation, outcomes measurement, and continuous improvement
• Experience in developing or expanding services, securing partnerships or funding opportunities, and translating strategy into measurable results
• Experience managing behavior health, youth development, and/or family service programs strongly preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with ability to translate vision into operational plans
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams through organizational change and service integration

Responsibilities

• Lead design and execution of an integrated service delivery model across all programs.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to develop and execute strategic plans for growth and impact.
• Ensure programs operate in alignment with regulations, funder requirements, and organizational values.
• Provide day-to-day operational leadership to program directors and management teams.
• Develop and monitor dashboards, KPIs, and outcomes for continuous quality improvement.
• Oversee financial stewardship and resource optimization across program portfolios.

Skills

Leadership

Data-driven evaluation

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Program integration

Education

BA/BS degree in relevant field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Center for Human Services seeks a Chief Program Officer to lead the organization’s ECM, Behavioral Health, Youth Services, and Family Resource Centers. You will drive an integrated service delivery model, align programs with strategy, and ensure operational excellence across all service lines.

You will partner with the CEO, COO, and CFO to advance strategic plans, improve client outcomes, and maintain compliance with funding requirements.