What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director position at Scion Staffing?
Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Program Director for a respected community-based nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing health, dignity, and equitable access to essential services. This is a full-time, onsite leadership opportunity located in Watsonville, California.
Position Overview
The Program Director will provide strategic and operational leadership for a licensed adult day health program serving older adults and individuals with disabilities. This role oversees program quality, compliance, staff leadership, financial stewardship, and community engagement while ensuring services are delivered in a participant-centered and culturally responsive manner. The Director partners closely with executive leadership to strengthen program impact, regulatory alignment, and long-term sustainability.
PERKS
This exempt, full-time position offers a competitive annual salary ranging from $100,000 to $115,000, commensurate with experience. The organization provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, and opportunities for professional development. A bilingual pay differential is available for eligible candidates. The organization is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive work environment that values diversity and work-life balance.
About Our Search Firm
Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be found online.
Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.
Position Overview
The Program Director will provide strategic and operational leadership for a licensed adult day health program serving older adults and individuals with disabilities. This role oversees program quality, compliance, staff leadership, financial stewardship, and community engagement while ensuring services are delivered in a participant-centered and culturally responsive manner. The Director partners closely with executive leadership to strengthen program impact, regulatory alignment, and long-term sustainability.
PERKS
- Competitive salary range of $100,000–$115,000 annually
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Bilingual pay differential and professional development support
- Mission-driven, inclusive workplace culture committed to equity and community impact
- Lead daily operations and strategic development of a licensed adult day health program, ensuring high-quality, person-centered services
- Supervise, coach, and develop interdisciplinary staff while fostering a collaborative and inclusive team culture
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, including licensing standards, reporting requirements, and confidentiality policies
- Oversee budgeting, financial monitoring, vendor partnerships, billing oversight, and resource allocation in collaboration with finance leadership
- Serve as a liaison to families, community partners, healthcare providers, and regulatory agencies to promote program visibility and engagement
- Maintain a safe, welcoming, and prepared facility environment, including emergency preparedness and operational readiness
- Professional experience in healthcare, social services, aging services, or related community-based programs
- Demonstrated leadership and staff supervision experience
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance within licensed health or human services settings
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural, linguistic, and ability backgrounds
This exempt, full-time position offers a competitive annual salary ranging from $100,000 to $115,000, commensurate with experience. The organization provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, and opportunities for professional development. A bilingual pay differential is available for eligible candidates. The organization is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive work environment that values diversity and work-life balance.
About Our Search Firm
Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be found online.
Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.
Salary : $100,000 - $115,000