IDD Programs Director — Mission-Driven Community Services

Sevita; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Sevita’s Mentor Community Services in California is seeking a Program Director for IDD Services to lead multiple community programs and direct supports. The role centers on program operations, staff supervision, and regulatory compliance within a mission-driven environment.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Human Services with 2–3 years’ related experience, strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, and a compassionate leadership style to support individuals with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two to three years of related experience in the Human Services Industry preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Other education, experience, training, licensure, or certification per state requirements or as required by applicable regulations.
• 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

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Sevita’s Mentor Community Services in California is seeking a Program Director for IDD Services to lead multiple community programs and direct supports. The role centers on program operations, staff supervision, and regulatory compliance within a mission-driven environment.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Human Services with 2–3 years’ related experience, strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, and a compassionate leadership style to support individuals with