Director of Programs

Job Title: Director of Programs
Location: Chico, California (Division-Based)
Reports To: Executive Director / Senior Director

Compensation: $80,000.00

Shift: Mon-Fri, varies as program needs arise

Director of Programs

The Director of Programs leads the daily operations and performance of assigned programs within the division, ensuring quality, compliance, and measurable outcomes. This role partners closely with leadership to drive program effectiveness and support team success.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee program operations, implementation, and evaluation
• Ensure compliance with state, regulatory, and company standards (CA)
• Support staff performance, engagement, and development
• Monitor program outcomes, quality metrics, and service delivery
• Collaborate with leadership to improve processes and outcomes
• May manage a small caseload, as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• 1-3+ years of program management or leadership experience
• Experience in healthcare, behavioral health, or human services preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Why Apply

• Growth opportunity within your division
• Direct impact on program quality and client outcomes
• Collaborative leadership environment

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 provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country 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 deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or the equivalency for credited coursework and experience
• 1-3 total years of experience with intellectually and developmentally disabled clients required
• Strong leadership abilities, with the capacity to inspire and motivate staff and stakeholders towards a common vision
• Valid Driver's License