IDD Program Director: Lead Services & Impact

Sevita; Freeport (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full compensation/benefits package for

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holiday pay

Nationwide career development

Job summary

Mentor Community Services, part of the Sevita family, seeks a Program Director for IDD Services to lead day-to-day operations across multiple community programs, directing direct supports, planning, advocacy, regulatory compliance, recruiting, retention, and staffing. The role emphasizes quality care and program integrity.

The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years in human services, strong organizational and communication skills, and a compassionate, reliable approach.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 2-3 years of related experience in the Human Services Industry.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Compassionate approach

Reliability

On-call availability

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Mentor Community Services, part of the Sevita family, seeks a Program Director for IDD Services to lead day-to-day operations across multiple community programs, directing direct supports, planning, advocacy, regulatory compliance, recruiting, retention, and staffing. The role emphasizes quality care and program integrity.

The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years in human services, strong organizational and communication skills, and a compassionate, reliable approach.