Program Director

Sevita; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full, Part-time, and As Needed work S…

Full compensation/benefits package for

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holiday pay

Nationwide career development

Job summary

Sevita is seeking a Program Director for IDD Services to lead 1–4 community-based programs, oversee direct supports, planning, and regulatory compliance, and guide staff performance. You will ensure engaging services, maintain safety and quality, and be on-call to support operations.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, communication, and a compassionate approach to empower individuals served, with opportunities for growth within a nationwide health care organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2–3 years in the Human Services industry preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• State requirements or regulations may apply as required.
• Current driver's license, car registration, and auto insurance.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to multi-task.
• Effective communication skills to manage relationships.
• Reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of 1–4 programs including direct supports, planning, health care, advocacy, regulatory compliance, staffing, safety, and environment maintenance.
• Manage program staff including performance evaluations, scheduling, and orientation.
• Make recommendations on hires, transfers, promotions, salary changes, corrective action, and terminations.
• Oversee program planning; monitor service delivery; ensure services are engaging and relevant.
• Must be available on-call to support staff and cover shifts as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

On-call availability

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

ResCare Community Living, a part of the Sevita family, provides quality services that empower individuals, enhance independence, and help people live well. Since 1974, we’ve supported individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live more independently at home and in their community. With our dedicated team and experienced staff, we provide person-centered services that help people build skills, overcome challenges, and reach their full potential.

Program Director, IDD Services

Have you been looking for a fantastic role to continue your career path in Social and Human Services? Look no further. This role is critical to our success and exemplifies the wonderful mission driven work we do here every day.

• 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.

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.

Why Join Us?

• Full, Part-time, and As Needed schedules available.
• Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers.
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

We have a rewarding work environment with awesome co-workers – come join our team –

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.