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PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Rite of Passage
Queen Creek, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 6/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/12/2026
✨Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Program Director at Canyon State Academy in Queen Creek, Arizona ✨

Canyon State Academy is located on a scenic 180-acre campus surrounded by a football stadium, an athletic center (gymnasium, padded wrestling room, a fully equipped weight room & more), a Farm student housing for 300 youth, a Thrift Store, Cafe and Barbershop open to the community. Free meals on site for staff. As well as 10% off Thrift Store and Cafe purchases for employees.

Pay: $90,000

Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and company paid Life Insurance within 90 days, and 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues and more! ROP-benefits-and-perks-2

What you will do: The Program Director is responsible for the quality delivery and oversight of the treatment, educational, vocational and student health and welfare services in accordance with Rite of Passage policies and procedures as-well-as federal, state, and local rules, regulations, licensing, practices and laws.

The Director is responsible for the day-to-day site operations including budgeting, financial stewardship, administration, program elements, promotions and marketing, and staff development and training.

This position provides administrative oversight for the site, serves as a Senior Manager to the Rite of Passage Executive Board, is the leader of the site management team and ensures that the Mission and Values of ROP are represented in every facet under his/her organizational control.

To Be Considered You Should

Master's Degree in SW or equivalent degree in education, psych, sociology or behavioral science~ Bachelor’s Degree plus 5 years’ experience in child welfare administration and child protective services ~2 years of experience in program management or as director of a license child care program~6 years of supervisory and management experience .

Must be licensed ~ Be at least 21 years of age ~ Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen (we no longer test for THC), physical, and TB test ~ Be able to pass a search of the child abuse central registry.

Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth!

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Program Director, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

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Salary : $90,000

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