Experienced DDD Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

? DDD Administrator (Developmental Disabilities Division)

Lead a Growing Team. Transform Lives. Make a Lasting Impact.

? Location: Mahwah, NJ 07430
? Employment Type: Full-Time
? Pay: Competitive Hourly Rate (Based on Experience)
? Organization: At Peace Healthcare Agency

Are You Ready to Lead with Purpose?

At At Peace Healthcare Agency , we're more than a healthcare provider—we're a mission-driven organization dedicated to empowering individuals with developmental disabilities to live meaningful, independent, and fulfilling lives.

We are seeking an experienced, compassionate, and visionary DDD Administrator to lead our New Jersey Developmental Disabilities Division. This is an outstanding opportunity for a proven healthcare leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional services, mentoring high-performing teams, and driving organizational excellence.

If you're looking for a leadership role where your expertise truly changes lives while offering long-term career growth, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As our DDD Administrator , you'll provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure the highest standards of care, regulatory compliance, and program excellence.

Leadership & Program Management

• Lead the day-to-day operations of New Jersey DDD community-based programs.

• Ensure all services meet NJ DDD regulations , agency policies, and industry best practices.

• Develop innovative strategies that enhance program quality, operational efficiency, and client outcomes.

• Monitor program performance using data-driven metrics and implement continuous quality improvements.

• Partner with executive leadership to support agency growth and expansion initiatives.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Maintain full compliance with all New Jersey DDD , state, and federal regulations.

• Oversee audits of client records, service documentation, and operational processes.

• Ensure timely completion of assessments, service plans, documentation, and regulatory reporting.

• Lead incident management, corrective action planning, and ongoing quality improvement initiatives.

Team Leadership & Staff Development

• Recruit, mentor, coach, and develop Coordinators, Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), and administrative staff.

• Foster a positive, collaborative, and person-centered culture built on accountability and excellence.

• Conduct performance evaluations, staff development planning, and employee engagement initiatives.

• Provide leadership that inspires professional growth and high-quality service delivery.

Client & Community Engagement

• Build trusted relationships with individuals served, families, guardians, Support Coordinators, and community partners.

• Collaborate with healthcare providers, government agencies, and community organizations to strengthen support services.

• Ensure concerns are addressed promptly while maintaining the highest level of client satisfaction.

Operational & Financial Leadership

• Manage program budgets, staffing resources, and operational performance.

• Prepare reports for executive leadership and regulatory agencies.

• Utilize NJ DDD iRecord and electronic documentation systems efficiently.

• Support strategic planning, program development, and future organizational growth.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.

• Minimum of 3 years of leadership or management experience in Developmental Disabilities, Behavioral Health, Human Services, or Healthcare.

• Strong knowledge of New Jersey DDD regulations, Medicaid waiver services, and community-based programs .

• Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex service programs.

• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional quality and compliance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.

• Experience using NJ DDD iRecord and electronic health documentation systems.

• Background in program development, budgeting, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.

• Knowledge of person-centered planning, positive behavior supports, and support coordination.

Why Join At Peace Healthcare Agency?

When you join us, you're joining a team that values leadership, innovation, compassion, and professional growth.

We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Leadership development and career advancement opportunities

• Ongoing professional training and continuing education

• Supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven culture

• Opportunity to help shape and expand a growing organization

• The satisfaction of making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities every day

Our Mission

At At Peace Healthcare Agency , we believe every individual deserves the opportunity to thrive with dignity, independence, and community inclusion.

We're looking for leaders who are passionate about building exceptional programs, empowering teams, and creating positive outcomes for the people we serve.

If you're an experienced DDD leader ready to inspire others, drive excellence, and make a lasting impact—we encourage you to apply today.

Submit your resume now and become part of a team that's changing lives, one person at a time.