Program Director

Abound Health NJ is seeking a Program Director to join our leadership team in New Jersey. In this role you will report to the Executive Director. The Program Director oversees day-to-day operations of New Jersey I / DD waiver services leads and supports Care Managers and administrative staff and ensures high-quality service delivery aligned with Abound Health NJs mission vision and core values. This position plays a key role in compliance quality assurance community relationships and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Hire mentor supervise and evaluate Care Managers and Team Support Specialists

Address performance concerns including disciplinary actions and terminations when necessary

Ensure team adherence to Abound Health NJ policies procedures and meeting rhythms

Lead internal quality processes including self-inspections peer reviews and documentation

Maintain compliance with Medicaid DDD HIPAA and organizational standards

Oversee waiver program operations and collaborate with centralized / shared services teams

Represent Abound Health NJ at provider fairs job fairs council meetings and community events

Ensure Quality Assurance requirements are met including grievance follow-up and documentation

Oversee incident reporting and conduct investigations of abuse neglect or exploitation

Ensure staff training is completed and meets organizational requirements

Foster strong relationships with clients families DSPs support coordinators and DDD

Track staff time (PTO flex comp) complete payroll adjustments and maintain required records

Promote a positive growth-oriented work environment aligned with mission vision and values

Qualifications

Strong leadership supervisory and coaching skills

Ability to manage complex operations with accuracy organization and attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to multitask prioritize and remain effective under pressure

Experience with ISP implementation and understanding of New Jersey I / DD programs

Knowledge of Medicaid and third-party billing requirements

Ability to build strong relationships with staff families and community partners

High integrity professionalism and alignment with Abound Health NJs core values

Education

Preferred credentialing includes one of the following :

Masters degree 2 years of professional experience supporting individuals with ID / autism

Bachelors degree 4 years of professional experience supporting individuals with ID / autism

Requirements

Bachelors degree (preferred)

At least 18 years of age

Valid drivers license and safe driving record

Clear background checks (Criminal NJ State Police FBI if required SAM MEDI Check LEIE Sex Offender Registry Driving Record)

No substantiated findings of abuse or neglect

Reliable transportation with current insurance registration and inspection

Compensation & Benefits

The target base salary range for this full-time salaried position is between $70k $90k.

Base pay is determined by factors such as experience work location job-related skills and education. Total compensation may include additional forms of pay.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive health dental and wellness benefits beginning on your 60th day of employment. Our 401(k) plan is available after 12 months of employment.

For more information about our total rewards package please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Abound Health is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion gender national origin age sexual orientation gender identity / expression veteran status disability status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

Nurse Management,Program Management,Employee Evaluation,Management Experience,Teaching,Curriculum Development,Administrative Experience,Budgeting,Leadership Experience,Program Development,Supervising Experience,Addiction Counseling

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1