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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
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!