Oasis Habilitation is a growing DDD provider in New Jersey, and we are looking for an experienced, motivated Program Director to help lead our services, support daily operations, maintain compliance, and assist with agency growth.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong experience in developmental disabilities services who understands both the operational side of running a quality program and the relationship-building needed to grow a successful DDD agency.
We are especially interested in candidates who have experience working with Support Coordinators and Support Coordination agencies, understand how to build referral relationships, and can help bring new clients into the agency through professional outreach, strong communication, and consistent follow-up.
The ideal candidate will also have experience with DSP onboarding, credentialing, training requirements, documentation, and compliance tracking.
As Program Director, you will:
Oversee day-to-day operations of DDD services
Supervise, train, and support DSPs and program staff
Ensure services are delivered according to DDD requirements, service plans, and agency standards
Monitor documentation, service delivery, schedules, staff performance, and compliance needs
Assist with DSP onboarding, credentialing, training requirements, and compliance tracking
Communicate professionally with families, guardians, Support Coordinators, staff, and referral partners
Build and maintain relationships with Support Coordination agencies and other referral sources
Assist with client intake, onboarding, and service coordination
Help grow the agency by identifying referral opportunities and following up with Support Coordinators and families
Support marketing and outreach efforts within the DDD community
Help resolve staffing, service, documentation, and compliance issues
Promote a positive, respectful, person-centered culture
Support organizational growth and help improve internal systems and processes
The ideal candidate has:
Minimum 5 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
Minimum 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience
Strong knowledge of NJ DDD services, documentation, compliance, and service delivery
Experience working with Support Coordinators and Support Coordination agencies
Experience helping a DDD provider grow through referrals, outreach, intake, or relationship-building
Experience with DSP credentialing, onboarding, training requirements, and compliance
Strong leadership, communication, follow-up, and organizational skills
Ability to work professionally with families, staff, referral sources, and community partners
A dependable, warm, positive, and solution-focused approach
Existing relationships with Support Coordinators, Support Coordination agencies, or DDD referral sources is strongly preferred
DDD Program Director
DDD Program Manager
Assistant Program Director
Residential Manager
Day Program Manager
Support Coordination Supervisor
DSP Supervisor
Intake Coordinator with DDD experience
Compliance Coordinator in a DDD agency
Human Services Manager
Case Manager with DDD leadership experience
Oasis Habilitation is a growing agency focused on quality care, professionalism, and person-centered services. This role is ideal for someone who wants to take ownership, make a real impact, and help build a strong DDD program from the ground up.
You will have the opportunity to help shape the agency’s growth, develop relationships in the DDD community, support staff, improve systems, and help families access the services they need.
We are looking for someone who is not only experienced in operations and compliance, but also comfortable representing the agency, building trust with referral partners, and helping the program grow.
Full-time, in-person position based in Lakewood, NJ.
$35 – $45 per hour for experienced candidates
or
$65,000 – $90,000 annually, based on experience
Higher compensation may be available for candidates with strong DDD leadership experience, existing Support Coordinator relationships, client intake experience, referral development experience, and DSP credentialing/compliance knowledge.
