Senior Program Director, Community Living Leader

Life Unlimited, Inc; Missouri; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Unlimited, Inc is seeking a Senior Program Director for the Community Living department. You will oversee program quality, compliance with DMH regulations, and fiscal management, guiding Program Directors and Sr Program Managers across multiple residential services.

You will drive staffing strategies, quarterly audits, and performance reviews while maintaining strong relationships with families, guardians, and referral agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a Human Service Field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years management experience with 1–2 years working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain required trainings and certifications (Abuse/Neglect, CPR/First Aid, Level I Medication Administration, Positive Behavior Supports, MANDT).

Responsibilities

• Ensure program quality and compliance with DMH and LU policies.
• Lead growth, staffing, budgeting, and performance reviews for the Community Living department.
• Oversee ISLs, budgets, and staffing to minimize overtime and ensure safety.
• Provide 24/7 on-call support to PDs and Sr PMs and conduct regular meetings on program progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Crisis de-escalation

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Service Field

Job description

Life Unlimited, Inc is seeking a Senior Program Director for the Community Living department. You will oversee program quality, compliance with DMH regulations, and fiscal management, guiding Program Directors and Sr Program Managers across multiple residential services.

You will drive staffing strategies, quarterly audits, and performance reviews while maintaining strong relationships with families, guardians, and referral agencies.