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Director Developmental Disabilities Jobs in Arizona

Jobtailor

Clinic Director, BCBA

Avondale, AZ · On-site

$70 - $100/hr

Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or behavior challenges ... Direct Client Services * Behavioral Assessment * Data Analysis * Program Effectiveness Reporting ...

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Wee Care Corp

Direct Support Provider

Sun City West, AZ · On-site

$17.50 - $21/hr

Role Summary Wee Care Corp is seeking Direct Support Providers in Surprise, AZ to assist individuals with developmental disabilities in strengthening independence, daily routines, and personal goals.

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A Director of Developmental Disabilities oversees programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities. They manage staff, ensure compliance with regulations, develop policies, and coordinate resources to improve the quality of care. Their role includes budgeting, advocacy, and collaboration with community organizations. The director works to enhance support systems and promote independence for individuals with disabilities.

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Infographic showing various Director Developmental Disabilities job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,937 per year, or $29.3 per hour.

Director of Residential IDD Services

Community Options, Inc.

Tucson, AZ • On-site

$60K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Community Options rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 64 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

80th of 242 rated social care providers

Job description

Description
Position at Community Options, Inc.
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are currently seeking an experienced Director of Residential IDD Services in Tucson, AZ. The Director of Residential Services maintains a high-quality program to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This person is responsible for supporting the team with day-to-day operations and challenges to achieve programmatic goals.
Starting Salary: $60,000 - $65,000 per year depending on experience
Responsibilities
  • Lead and train a team to support programmatic initiatives, goals, daily routines, and the unique needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
  • Manage team performance through effective communication, training, performance management, staff meetings, and employee recognition
  • Manage staff schedules and ensure shifts are adequately staffed
  • Develop and update Individual Support Plans (ISP)/Person-Centered Plans (PCP) with an interdisciplinary team to include any concerns, observations, and behavioral developments
  • Ensure individuals are supported per their ISP/PCP including medication management, meal planning, and behavior management
  • Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
  • Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
  • Manage relationships with the families and guardians of the individuals in our care
  • May conduct programmatic investigations
  • May be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staff
  • Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
  • Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree required with Two years' full-time work experience in supporting people with disabilities
  • Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
  • Team oriented with demonstrated leadership experience
  • Experience with problem solving against multiple priorities
  • Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
  • Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Why Community Options?
  • Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Paid Holidays-Including a Birthday Holiday
  • Generous PTO
  • Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
  • 403b Retirement Plan
  • Incredible career growth opportunities
  • University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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