Chief Program Officer (CPO)

The Nemasket Group; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nemasket Group seeks an experienced Chief Program Officer to join the Executive Leadership Team. The CPO will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across all programmatic services, guiding growth, quality, and workforce development to deliver person-centered supports for individuals with disabilities and their families.

As a member of the executive team, you will oversee service divisions, drive accreditation and funding compliance, and mentor senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in Human Services, Social Work, Public Administration, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Psychology, Rehabilitation, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in human services, healthcare, or nonprofit management.
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or related populations.
• Strong knowledge of program management, quality assurance, compliance, and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive oversight for all service divisions and quality management functions.
• Partner with the CEO on strategic planning, organizational growth, and leadership development.
• Ensure compliance with DDS, licensing, accreditation, and funding requirements.
• Lead continuous quality improvement initiatives and monitor program outcomes.
• Supervise and mentor senior program leaders and division directors.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and excellence.
• Represent The Nemasket Group with community partners, funding agencies, and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Quality assurance

Compliance

Program management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

The Nemasket Group is seeking an experienced, visionary Chief Program Officer (CPO) to join our Executive Leadership Team. Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, the CPO provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all programmatic services across the organization.

In this role, you will lead program innovation, quality improvement, compliance, organizational growth, and workforce development while ensuring exceptional, person-centered services for individuals with disabilities and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide executive oversight for all service divisions and quality management functions.
• Partner with the CEO on strategic planning, organizational growth, and leadership development.
• Ensure compliance with DDS, licensing, accreditation, and funding requirements.
• Lead continuous quality improvement initiatives and monitor program outcomes.
• Supervise and mentor senior program leaders and division directors.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and excellence.
• Represent The Nemasket Group with community partners, funding agencies, and stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in Human Services, Social Work, Public Administration, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Psychology, Rehabilitation, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in human services, healthcare, or nonprofit management.
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or related populations.
• Strong knowledge of program management, quality assurance, compliance, and strategic planning.
• Experience with Massachusetts DDS services strongly preferred.

Why Join The Nemasket Group?

Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities through innovative, high-quality supports. We offer a collaborative leadership environment and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the organization.