Interim Program Director — Community & Disability Programs

Ohev Shalom of Bucks County; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 603,000; Full time

Job summary

Yachad Chicago, a division of The Orthodox Union, seeks an interim Program Director to shape and oversee programs for participants, families, and volunteers. The role emphasizes building a structure that delivers meaningful services with strong community outreach and staff support.

Under the Regional Director, you will drive participation growth, ensure excellent customer service, and maintain high-quality programming while supporting staff and volunteers.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to the mission and values of Yachad.
• Well-versed in Jewish values, beliefs, and the Chicago Jewish Community.
• Experience in organizational management and staff support
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Able to work independently
• Strong organizational skills
• Experience in the disability community is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee new intakes and engagement with families and participants.
• Engage community partners such as parents, participants, shuls, schools, and partners.
• Work with Chicagoland team on collaborative projects.
• Support programmatic staff with day-to-day needs.
• Provide a nurturing work environment valued by staff and participants.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee all weeknight/ weekend programs each week.
• Manage attendance records, signups, and logistics for each program.
• Coordinate/recruit families and CILA’s to facilitate participation and address specific needs.
• Supervise staff responsible for running programs (program aides), providing support, training, guidance, and fostering a positive work environment.
• Ensure participants are actually engaged, ensuring a high-quality experience.
• Attend at least two weeknight programs weekly for on-site supervision and support, more if necessary.
• Help facilitate relationships and engagements with local high schools and support club heads.
• Participate in 6-10 Shabbatons or Shabbat day programs throughout the year.
• Serve as a resource for coordinators/program aides, assisting them in planning suitable activities for program participants. Make sure all pre and post-Shabbat obligations are fulfilled.
• Act as the main point of contact for program-related matters, offering guidance and supervision to coordinators/ program aides to ensure the smooth execution of activities.
• Collect and manage invoices to ensure timely payments for events and series.
• Work with the regional director to address any payment-related inquiries from participants or their families.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Staff management experience

Independent worker

Disability community knowledge (desire

Job description

Yachad Chicago, a division of The Orthodox Union, seeks an interim Program Director to shape and oversee programs for participants, families, and volunteers. The role emphasizes building a structure that delivers meaningful services with strong community outreach and staff support.

Under the Regional Director, you will drive participation growth, ensure excellent customer service, and maintain high-quality programming while supporting staff and volunteers.