Duet, Director of Program Development

Duet; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Duet is seeking a Director of Program Development to oversee specialized Clinical Programs and ensure regulatory compliance supporting individuals with IDD. The role requires leadership of staff and alignment with Medicaid/HCBS guidelines.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in IDD with clinical leadership, a Master’s degree, and BCBA or equivalent licensure. Strong policy knowledge and ability to work across teams are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• BCBA credential or independent licensure required.
• Knowledge of person-centered planning and Medicaid billing frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Clinical Programs and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Directive leadership for program development staff and services.
• Coordinate care strategies with all teams and train staff on policies.

Skills

Microsoft 365

Independent work

Education

Master's degree or higher in Psychology, Special Education, Social Work, or Counseling

Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential or independent clinical licensure

Job description

Job Title

Duet, Director of Program Development

Hours Required

40

Job Description and Hours

The Director of Program Development oversees specialized Clinical Programs and ensures regulatory compliance to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• 1. Possess a positive attitude and treat employees in a manner that they feel valued and respected.
• 2. Always maintain confidentiality. Direct Functional Behavior Assessments, approve specialized Behavior Support Plans, and oversee evidence-based interventions.
• 3. Design, manage, and evaluate residential and day behavioral health services to guarantee personcentered care. Manage the Program Development Specialist staff.
• 4. Maintain adherence to state and federal standards, Medicaid/HCBS waiver rules, and governing health bodies, as well as knowledge of DD policy, CDD regs, 404 regs and update agency policy to align.
• 5. Coordinate care strategies alongside all teams. Assist with training staff on Mandt, Behavior support staff, and safety plans.
• 6. Ensure compliance with the Behavioral health department, completing QA, consents and timelines.
• 7. Establish and maintain consistent lines of communication.
• 8. Willing to be flexible with schedule and put in the necessary time to complete all duties.
• 9. Able to work independently and in a self-directed manner.

OTHER JOB DUTIES:

• 1. Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• 1. 5 years' experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including 2-3 years in a clinical leadership or supervisory capacity.
• 2. Must possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license, pass a driving record check and may, depending on Agency needs, be required to have available an automobile with required state insurance coverage.
• 3. Master's degree or higher in Psychology, Special Education, Social Work, and/or Counseling.
• 4. Current board-Certified Behavior Analyst credential or independent clinical licensure.
• 5. Knowledge of person-centered planning, crisis intervention, and specialized Medicaid billing frameworks.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• 1. Ability to utilize Microsoft 365 and all Agency required systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• 1. Must be able to lift 70 pounds.
• 2. Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, walk, sit, stand, climb, push, carry, and grasp.

JOB CLASSIFICATION:

Salary, Exempt Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by jobholders within this job. But, this job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position and may be subject to revision.

Duet is the first community-based service provider in Nebraska. Formed in 1968, Duet's mission of offering a range of services to support, nurture, and guide adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities toward lives of independence has never wavered. We take great pride in providing unparalleled commitment to making a difference in the lives of the people we support.