Program Director

Program Director, Human Services/IDD Programs | $60,500 Salary

Full-Time | $60,500/year + Full Benefits + On-Demand Pay

Location: Poplar Bluff, MO & surrounding communities 

Ready to lead in a role where people know your name—and your work truly matters?

In smaller communities, leadership isn’t behind a desk. It’s hands-on, visible, and deeply connected to the people you serve.

At Sevita, our Program Directors don’t just manage programs—they lead teams, support local staff, and make a real impact in their own community every day.

If you’re ready to step into a leadership role where you can build something meaningful and stable, this is that opportunity.

Why Leaders Join our Team

• Starting salary of $60,500 per year
  
• On-Demand Pay – access your earnings when you need them
  
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
  
• 401(k) with company match
  
• Paid time off and holiday pay
  
• Referral bonus program for bringing great people onto the team
• Leadership development and career advancement opportunities nationwide
  
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the IDD and human services field

Leadership Responsibilities

As a Program Director, you will oversee operations and lead a team providing services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

• Oversee operations of up to four community-based IDD programs
• Hire, train, supervise, and develop program staff
• Ensure person-centered services that support independence and quality of life
• Manage budgets, safety standards, and regulatory compliance
• Build relationships with families, stakeholders, and community partners
• Provide leadership support and occasional on-call coverage to maintain program stability

Who This is Perfect For

• A Program Manager, Residential Supervisor, or Team Lead ready for the next step
  
• Someone who prefers leading in a close-knit, community setting vs. a large corporate environment
  
• A leader who values stability, consistency, and making a local impact

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2–3 years’ Human Services experience are preferred
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, and required state certifications
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Compassionate leadership and a hands-on approach

Build Something That Lasts

This is more than a job—it’s a chance to lead programs that directly impact people in your community while building a long-term career.

Apply today and take the next step into leadership—right here at home.

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.