Program Director

Sevita; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-Demand Pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts

Wellness programs

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Sevita's Mentor Community Services in Cape Girardeau, MO is seeking a Program Director for IDD Services to lead up to four community-based IDD programs and mentor Direct Support Professionals. You’ll oversee operations, budgets, and quality outcomes while partnering with families to promote independence.

You’ll provide coaching and supervision, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive a person-centered culture across teams, with a focus on dignity and respect for individuals served.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.
• Reliable transportation with proof of insurance.
• Ability to obtain required state certifications upon hire.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of up to four IDD programs.
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and other team members.
• Provide coaching, performance management, and ongoing staff support.
• Manage program budgets and ensure efficient use of resources.
• Ensure compliance with state regulations, licensing requirements, and company policies.
• Build strong relationships with individuals served, family members, guardians, and community partners.
• Monitor program quality, outcomes, and service delivery standards.
• Address staffing, scheduling, and operational challenges as they arise.
• Foster a positive, person-centered culture focused on dignity, respect, and independence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or related field

Job description

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived.

Program Director, IDD Services | Cape Girardeau, MO

Starting Pay: $60,500 / yearly | Full Benefits | On-Demand Pay | Career Growth Opportunities

Are you a compassionate leader with experience in human services, developmental disabilities, or residential programs? Join Sevita as a Program Director and lead a team dedicated to helping adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) live independently and thrive in their communities.

At Sevita, you'll do more than manage programs—you'll mentor staff, support individuals in achieving their goals, and make a meaningful impact every day.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the daily operations of up to four community-based IDD programs
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and other team members
• Provide coaching, performance management, and ongoing staff support
• Manage program budgets and ensure efficient use of resources
• Ensure compliance with state regulations, licensing requirements, and company policies
• Build strong relationships with individuals served, family members, guardians, and community partners
• Monitor program quality, outcomes, and service delivery standards
• Address staffing, scheduling, and operational challenges as they arise
• Foster a positive, person-centered culture focused on dignity, respect, and independence

What You’ll Need

Required

• Valid driver's license
• Reliable transportation with proof of insurance
• Ability to obtain required state certifications upon hire
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field
• 2-3 years of experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Supervisory, management, or team leadership experience
• Experience in residential services, supported living, community-based services, or disability services

What You’ll Receive

• On-Demand Pay-access your earned wages before payday
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee discounts and wellness programs
• Opportunities for advancement within a national organization that promotes from within

Why Sevita?

At Sevita, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live well. Our team supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in building meaningful lives, developing independence, and connecting with their communities.

As a Program Director, you'll have the support, resources, and autonomy to lead a team that makes a lasting difference in the lives of others.

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.