Executive Director
$120k - $140kStaffosaurus
Executive Director
West New York, New Jersey, United States
$ 120,000.00 - 140,000.00 (US Dollar)
About the Job Executive Director
About Us: We are a mission-driven startup organization launching a residential and community-based service program for individuals with developmental disabilities in New Jersey. Our goal is to build a safe, compassionate, and compliant environment that fosters independence and quality of life. We are seeking a dynamic Executive Director to lead this vision from the ground up.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership in launching and overseeing all operational, clinical, and administrative aspects of the program.
- Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations, including NJ DDD licensing standards and Medicaid waiver requirements.
- Oversee program development, policy creation, hiring, training, and ongoing performance management of staff.
- Maintain all documentation and procedures to support audits, licensure reviews, and Medicaid compliance.
- Serve as liaison to state agencies (DDD, DHS, DOH), community partners, families, and other stakeholders.
- Ensure staff-to-client ratios and credentialing meet required standards.
- Lead ongoing quality assurance and performance improvement efforts.
- Foster a person-centered culture that promotes dignity, respect, and autonomy for individuals served.
Minimum Qualifications (Per NJ DDD Regulatory Requirements)
- Education: Masters Degree in a human services field, public administration, healthcare administration, or related discipline.
- Experience: Minimum of two (2) years supervisory or administrative experience in programs serving individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Must meet the requirements of a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) OR be able to hire a QIDP to fulfill clinical oversight responsibilities.
- Familiarity with NJAC 10:44A and other relevant DDD administrative codes.
- Experience working with Medicaid waiver programs, particularly Community Care Program (CCP) or Supports Program (SP).
- Knowledge of licensing, incident reporting, abuse/neglect prevention, and behavior management guidelines.
- Valid NJ drivers license and ability to pass criminal background and CARI checks.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience launching or managing new programs in the IDD/DD space.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills with startup experience.
- Demonstrated success in building collaborative teams and community partnerships.
- CARF or COA accreditation experience a plus.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of building a program from the ground up
- Shape a compassionate and progressive approach to disability services
- Competitive salary and benefit package
- Supportive, mission-driven culture
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