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Are you looking for a more rewarding career? Do you take pride in leading a team and making a meaningful difference in the lives of others? If so, this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for! InAlliance is seeking an experienced and dedicated Community Training Program Director to oversee and lead our Community Training Program (CTP), providing high-quality, person-centered services to individuals with developmental disabilities. In this role, you will oversee daily program operations, lead and develop staff, ensure compliance with regulatory and program standards, manage the program budget, and develop strategies that promote positive outcomes for the individuals we support. You’ll also have the opportunity to build strong community partnerships and contribute as an active member of the organization’s leadership team. You’ll join an organization with a great total compensation package (compensation, dental, vision, health benefits, time off, and retirement). There’s no better time than the present to use your leadership skills to make an impact in your community!

Summary:  The Community Training (CTP) Program Director is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the CTP program, ensuring high-quality, person-centered support for individuals served. This includes developing and implementing program policies, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, supervising staff, managing budgets, and maintaining high standards of support for participants through established program goals and objectives.

Essential Functions*: 

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Community Training Program (CTP).
• Develop, implement, and monitor program policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations and standards per the CTP program design, Regional Center contracts, and Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).
• Develop program goals and implement strategic plans to enhance program effectiveness and achieve desired outcomes, aligned with organization mission and vision.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate program staff.
• Provide ongoing training and professional development opportunities for staff.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture.
• Ensure that services are tailored to meet the unique needs, goals, and preferences of each person supported.
• Aid in the development of Individual Service Plans (ISP) based on participants’ needs and goals.
• Monitor and evaluate participant progress and outcomes.
• Develop and manage the program budget.
• Ensure financial sustainability of the program.
• Monitor expenditures and financial performance.
• Implement quality assurance and improvement processes.
• Conduct regular assessments and audits to ensure the quality and effectiveness of services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners, including regional centers, other service providers, and stakeholders.
• Represent the program at community meetings and events.
• Serve as an active member of the organization's leadership team. Attend and contribute to monthly leadership meetings and other strategic sessions as required by the Executive Director.
• Ensure safe operation of all program/work sites in the department. 

*Must be able to perform essential functions of this position with or without accommodations.

Required Education and Experience 

These qualifications are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, so if you have 70% of the qualifications listed, we encourage you to apply. Experience can include paid and non-paid experience including volunteer work and lived experience that helped you to build the competencies, knowledge, and skills needed for this position. Applying allows you to be considered. 

Education:  

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field

Experience:  

• Must have a minimum of five years’ experience working in the Human Services field, preferably in services for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), with indications of increasing levels of responsibility. 
• Strong knowledge of service delivery systems, including regional centers and community integration.
• 4 years of experience in supervision and support of staff.
• 1 year of experience providing direct support to individuals with IDD.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.

Preferred Education and Experience: 

Education: 

• Master’s degree in human services or related field.
• CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Completion of person-centered thinking/planning training.

Experience:  

• 3-5 years’ experience in the role of program director or department head in support of individuals with IDD.

Additional eligibility requirements 

• Must be able to verify employment eligibility under USCIS I-9 requirements  
• After a conditional job offer has been made, a pre-employment screening will be required. InAlliance will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local "Fair Chance" laws. 
• CA Driver License
• Auto Insurance

InAlliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: InAlliance is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at InAlliance are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. InAlliance will not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. InAlliance encourages applicants of all ages (18+).