Role OverviewThe Program Director will provide leadership and operational oversight for all Respite Care programs and related functions. They will monitor program outcomes, family and staff feedback, and service quality, and implement improvements to strengthen program effectiveness. The Program Director will also manage the intake and enrollment process for new program participants and ensure the organization maintains compliance with all child care licensing regulations.
What You Will Do
The Program Director will oversee the administration of Colorado Shines and Universal Preschool (UPK), respond to program incidents, and represent Respite Care through community outreach and events. They will also supervise, coach, and develop program staff through regular supervision and performance evaluations.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have a commitment to Respite Care's mission, a passion for serving children with disabilities and their families, and a minimum of three years of progressive leadership experience managing teams and supervising staff.
Requirements
- Commitment to Respite Care's mission, philosophy, and values
- Meet the Colorado Large Child Care Center Director qualifications or obtain qualification as required
- Minimum of three years of progressive leadership experience managing teams, supervising staff, and overseeing program operations
- Understanding of staff structure and ownership of organizational responsibilities and decisions
- Expert in team building and conflict resolution
- Experience managing and implementing organizational/business goal
- Industry knowledge: strong knowledge of state licensing rules and regulations for licensed child care center or willing to become an expert on the topic
- Bachelor's degree in ECE or related field is highly preferred
- Public speaking/ability to speak/advocate about Respite Care in the community at booths, schools, events
Benefits
- Health insurance partially paid by employer
- Accrued time off
- Life insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Paid parental leave (receive full pay for the first 8 weeks, supplementing FAMLI leave)
- Discounted child care between ages of 6 weeks to the time child is eligible to enter kindergarten
- Wellness week after 7 years of full time employment and every 7 years after
- Professional development opportunities
- Incredible work environment and culture surrounded by passionate and invested team members who value the mission of the organization and our role in the community
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