Merakey

Director of Programs

Merakey$85K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required (Master's preferred for some programs)
  • 1-3+ years of leadership or program management experience
  • Background in healthcare, behavioral health, or human services
  • Knowledge of California regulatory and compliance requirements
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead day-to-day program operations and service delivery
  • Ensure compliance with California state regulations and company standards
  • Drive program performance, quality improvement, and client outcomes
  • Supervise and support program staff and team development
  • Partner with executive leadership on strategy and program effectiveness
  • Maintain documentation, reporting, and performance tracking
  • May carry a caseload based on program needs

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support
  • Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth options available for employee contributions
  • DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it
  • Well-being platform with self-care tools and resources
  • Access to backup childcare and household services
  • Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through EAP
  • Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships
  • Employee discounts on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle
  • Free online personal development classes through Pryor Online Learning
Full Job Description
Director of Programs

Location: Redding, California

Compensation: $85,000.00 Salary per year

Director of Programs Job Summary

We are seeking a Director of Programs to oversee and lead program operations within our California division. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality service delivery, regulatory compliance, and measurable program outcomes within a healthcare or human services environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead day-to-day program operations and service delivery
  • Ensure compliance with California state regulations and company standards
  • Drive program performance, quality improvement, and client outcomes
  • Supervise and support program staff and team development
  • Partner with executive leadership on strategy and program effectiveness
  • Maintain documentation, reporting, and performance tracking
  • May carry a caseload based on program needs

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree required (Master's preferred for some programs)
  • 1-3+ years of leadership or program management experience
  • Ability to physically pass CPR certifications required
  • Background in healthcare, behavioral health, or human services
  • Knowledge of California regulatory and compliance requirements
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills

Physical Requirements
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, and perform routine tasks
  • Occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs with assistance)
  • Ability to operate standard office equipment and travel between sites

Why Join Us
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Career growth and leadership development
  • Mission-driven organization making community impact

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.

Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree or the equivalency for credited coursework and experience
  • 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

About Merakey

Merakey is a leading provider of healthcare and human services in the USA. The company offers a wide range of services, including behavioral health, intellectual and developmental disabilities, education, and autism services. Merakey has a team of experienced professionals who provide high-quality care to individuals and families. The company has offices in more than 10 states in the USA.
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