Director of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Bluebonnet Trails Community Services; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluebonnet Trails Community Services seeks a Director of IDD to lead the IDD program, reporting to the Chief of Staff. This role will strengthen programmatic and business operations, align with BTCS mission, and drive high-quality developmental services across our communities.

The Director will build teams, manage budgets, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster collaboration across centers. Remote work across BTCS counties with responsibility for strategic planning and talent development.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate in social work, psychology, healthcare administration, or related human services field.
• Proven capability in clinical and operational leadership.
• Experience in clinical programming, supervision, budget management, and talent development.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to optimize IDD services and related operations.
• Lead and strengthen programmatic and business operations in partnership with Center service lines.
• Promote regulatory compliance and financial stability while building a talented workforce.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Strategic planning

Talent development

Communication

Technical writing

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in related field

Job description

Job Description:

The Director of IDD is a valued member of the Executive Management Team (EMT), reports to the Chief of Staff, and has the opportunity to lead and strengthen the programmatic and business operations of the IDD program. This role advances high-quality developmental services across our communities and fosters effective collaboration among authority, provider, administrative, and support functions in alignment with the vision, mission, and values of BTCS. The Director of IDD Services is an accomplished team builder and solution-focused leader with a demonstrated record of achieving measurable quality outcomes, enhancing customer satisfaction, developing a talented workforce, supporting regulatory compliance, and promoting financial stability. The position provides strategic leadership to optimize developmental service systems and ensure effective, comprehensive, and cost-effective care in partnership with all Center service lines, helping the organization achieve its goals and objectives.

Location:

Remote, serving all 8 BTCS counties (Bastrop, Burnet, Caldwell, Fayette, Gonzales, Guadalupe, Lee and Williamson); must live in BTCS service area.

Hourly Salary Range:

TBD

Join our dynamic and enthusiastic Team dedicated to continuously improving the health and independence of the persons we serve.

Minimum Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will bring a Master’s or Doctorate in social work, psychology, psychiatric nursing, psychiatry, healthcare administration, or another related human services field, along with demonstrated success or strong capability in clinical and operational leadership. The successful leader will also offer experience in clinical programming, supervision, budget management, strategic planning, and talent development, as well as meaningful experience supporting individuals and families living with developmental disabilities.

The successful candidate will be an engaging communicator and strong writer who shares timely information about Bluebonnet Trails Community Services and its services with clarity, professionalism, and a focus on building understanding and connection.

A valid Texas Driver’s License and approved driving status throughout employment will support the candidate’s success in this role.

Preferred Qualifications:

At least three years’ experience working in a non-profit organization.

Experience in a leadership position at a Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability Authority (LIDDA).