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Executive Director / IDD

Quantum Strategies
Bridgeport, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 8/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/20/2026

A well-established, mission-driven nonprofit serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) is seeking an experienced Executive Director to lead its adult residential and community-based services across Connecticut. In this role, you'll oversee all the services, teams, and external partnerships that make that possible, driving person-centered outcomes while leading multiple programs and locations to the highest standards of quality. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, leads through data, and is energized by developing strong teams and lasting community partnerships.

 

Responsibilities

  • Lead and operationalize residential and community-based services across multiple Connecticut locations
  • Directly oversee functions including Operations, Quality, Recruitment, Human Resources, Nursing, and Billing
  • Coach and develop directors, managers, and frontline staff, building an effective leadership team and a culture aligned to the organization's mission
  • Set outcome goals and KPIs, capture and analyze data, and use it to drive performance, quality, and financial results
  • Own the financial wellness of the service line — budget oversight, spending controls, FTEs, overtime, and fiscal accountability
  • Partner with Recruitment and HR on effective retention and recruitment strategies
  • Ensure programs meet and exceed all accreditation, licensing, regulatory, and compliance standards
  • Engage government agencies, funders, families, and other stakeholders, representing the organization at state, county, provider, and accreditation meetings
  • Maintain a regular physical presence in the homes to monitor service quality and provide performance feedback

 

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 8 years in leadership
  • Organizational Change Experience
  • Strategic Planning
  • Financial Management
  • Program Evaluation
  • Experience working with individuals with IDD in Residential settings

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • 8 years in nonprofit leadership
  • Bachelor's degree
Company Description

Quantum Strategies is a growing HR consulting and managed services firm located in Chester County, PA which provides services related to Recruiting, Payroll Processing, HR Consulting, and Retirement Planning. We partner with our clients to meet their HR and financial needs.

Salary : $110,000 - $118,000

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