Area Director

Dungarvin

$107K — $120K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a human services-related field (Psychology, ABA, Sociology, etc.) required
  • Preferred: Master's degree in a relevant discipline
  • 5+ years of management experience in the human services sector
  • Minimum 3 years working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities
  • Proven financial management and budgeting capabilities
  • Expertise in state and federal laws/regulations, especially Title 17 and Title 22
  • Preference for candidates with Adult Day Program experience and knowledge of California compliance standards

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor first-line supervisors in multiple programs
  • Drive operational excellence for high-quality service delivery
  • Strengthen relationships with individuals, families, and community partners
  • Oversee compliance with licensing, certification, and regulatory standards
  • Manage program financial performance including budgeting and occupancy
  • Collaborate with senior leadership on growth strategies and service expansion
  • Influence program direction towards achieving organizational goals

Benefits

  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Focus on quality and accountability in care delivery
Full Job Description
Job Description

What You Get To Do:

As Area Director, you'll lead and shape the success of two Behavioral Day Programs in Sonoma County, California (Rohnert Park and Santa Rosa) focused on delivering exceptional care and services across the region. This is a highly visible leadership role where you'll partner closely with supervisors and operational leaders to build strong teams, drive performance, and create a culture centered on quality, accountability, and person-centered support. This role is ideal for an experienced, executive-level leader who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-site environment and is energized by balancing operational leadership, team development, and strategic growth.

You'll have the opportunity to:
  • Lead and mentor first-line supervisors across multiple program sites
  • Drive operational excellence and ensure high-quality service delivery
  • Strengthen relationships with individuals served, their families and guardians, with your employees, and with community partners
  • Oversee compliance with all licensing, certification, contractual, and regulatory standards
  • Manage program financial performance, including budgeting, occupancy, utilization, and overall operational health
  • Partner with senior leadership to execute growth strategies, expand services, and support business development initiatives
  • Influence program direction and play a key role in advancing organizational goals across the region


Qualifications

What Makes You a Great Fit:
  • Bachelor's degree in a human services-related field required (Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Allied Health, Educational Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, or related field)
  • Master's degree is preferred
  • 5 years of management experience with a minimum of 3 years of experience in human services supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities
  • Demonstrated financial management and budgeting experience
  • Strong working knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations, including Title 17 and Title 22
  • Strong preference given to candidates with experience in Adult Day Programs, knowledge of California regulatory compliance and licensing standards, and experience partnering with California Regional Centers to coordinate services


Additional Information

We believe in supporting not only those we serve but also each other, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment for all.

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