Job Details

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Director of Programs to join our team!

Earn $130,000 per year.

The Executive Director plays a pivotal role in the overall management and leadership of the organization and their identified division. Responsibilities include guiding strategic direction, overseeing operations, and driving organizational growth. Reporting to the Senior Executive Director, this position works closely with the senior leadership team, staff, volunteers, and external partners to advance our mission and achieve our goals.

Benefits

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

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About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees support nearly 40,000 individuals and families across 12 states each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability. We are committed to creating diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds. We welcome all Veterans to apply!

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in CA IDD services, residential facilities, and community ICFs.
• Experience in Enhanced Behavior Support Home models preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.