Associate Division Director
Turlock, Sacramento, Stockton, Modesto, Merced, Fresno, Visalia
This position offers flexibility to be based at one of the listed Aspiranet office locations.
Location: Modesto, California
Schedule: Full-Time Exempt On-Site
Department: Transitional Age Youth (TAY) Division
Reports to: Division Director
Pay Range: $95,000.00 - $105,000.00
The salary range for this position is $95,000 – $105,000 per year for employees hired in the Central Valley/Bay Area. The pay range provided in this job posting represents the typical range or starting rate for candidates hired within the Bay Area region. Candidates hired in other California locations may have different starting salaries based on cost of living and market data variations. Factors that may be used to determine your actual starting salary include your education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, the market data for your work location, and internal comparisons to other employees in similar roles.
Make a Meaningful Impact
Aspiranet is seeking an experienced and visionary Associate Division Director to help lead our statewide Transitional Age Youth (TAY) Division. This executive leadership position partners closely with the Division Director to oversee operations, drive strategic initiatives, strengthen program performance, and ensure exceptional outcomes for young adults transitioning into independence.
If you are passionate about empowering youth, developing high-performing teams, and advancing innovative services that transform lives, we invite you to join one of California's leading nonprofit organizations.
About Aspiranet
Aspiranet is a mission-driven social services agency with a proud legacy of supporting California communities since 1975. We are committed to ensuring that every child is loved, every family is supported, and every individual has the tools to succeed.
Our services span the state and are delivered through six dedicated divisions: Foster Care and Adoption, Transitional Aged Youth (TAY), Residential Services, Intensive Home-Based Services, Behavioral Health, and Family and Community Services.
At Aspiranet, every role contributes to something greater helping create a future where opportunity, hope, and healing are within everyone's reach.
Position Summary
The Associate Division Director serves as a key member of the TAY Division leadership team, supporting the Division Director in overseeing statewide program operations, strategic growth, quality improvement initiatives, and organizational excellence.
This position works collaboratively with executive leadership, regional management teams, and community partners to ensure programs consistently deliver high-quality, trauma-informed services while meeting regulatory, contractual, and accreditation standards.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who enjoys improving systems, mentoring leaders, driving innovation, and expanding services that positively impact transitional-aged youth.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with the Division Director to oversee daily operations across multiple Transitional Age Youth programs.
- Support the implementation of divisional strategic initiatives and organizational priorities.
- Assist with program planning, operational oversight, budgeting, and performance management.
- Lead quality improvement initiatives and statewide best practice reviews.
- Monitor compliance with licensing, contract requirements, Joint Commission standards, and state and federal regulations.
- Support the development of new programs, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and business expansion opportunities.
- Develop and implement policies, procedures, and operational standards that promote consistency across programs.
- Provide coaching, mentorship, and leadership development to management staff.
- Review and approve critical incident reports while ensuring appropriate follow-up and corrective actions.
- Coordinate agency-wide projects while monitoring timelines, deliverables, and implementation progress.
- Collaborate with Quality Management, Human Resources, Information Technology, Finance, and Executive Leadership on strategic initiatives.
- Develop and facilitate leadership trainings focused on best practices, compliance, and program excellence.
- Analyze operational data and performance metrics to support informed decision-making.
- Represent Aspiranet with county partners, community stakeholders, licensing agencies, and funding organizations.
- Serve as acting Division Director during periods of absence.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement throughout the division.
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Social Work or a related behavioral health or human services field.
- Minimum of three (3) years of leadership or management experience within behavioral health, child welfare, housing, or youth-serving programs.
- Minimum of three (3) years of direct service experience working with Transitional Age Youth or related populations.
- Demonstrated experience leading multiple programs, operational initiatives, and cross-functional teams.
- Strong understanding of trauma-informed care, youth development, housing services, behavioral health, and community-based programming.
- Knowledge of licensing requirements, accreditation standards, contract compliance, and quality improvement practices.
- Excellent leadership, communication, project management, and organizational skills.
- Ability to travel throughout California as business needs require.
- Valid California Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to successfully complete all required background clearances and employment requirements.
- Must meet Community Care Licensing requirements, including fingerprint and Child Abuse Index clearance, valid California Driver's License, insurance, acceptable driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Experience overseeing statewide or regional TAY programs.
- Knowledge of California behavioral health and housing systems serving Transitional Age Youth.
- Experience with program development, contract implementation, and strategic planning.
Work Environment & Schedule
- On-site presence required across California offices as needed.
- Up to 20% travel throughout California.
- Use of standard office equipment, computers, and communication systems for extended periods.
- Frequent participation in meetings, project coordination, and operational planning activities.
- Occasional lifting and carrying of office materials weighing up to 30 pounds.
Why Aspiranet?
- Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits package, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.
- Access to the free Aspiranet Employee Perks Program. Enjoy exclusive discounts on entertainment, travel, wellness, pet care, gym memberships, theme parks, and more
- Flexible Hybrid Schedule. Enjoy the mix of remote and in-office work, supporting work-life balance
- Flexible paid time off including 11 paid holidays, 10 vacation days, 10 sick leave days, two diversity days, and paid birthday time off.
- Access to our employee assistance program including 24/7 crisis line; up to 6 counseling sessions per issue.
- Training opportunities are available to support your ongoing development and career aspirations.
- Collaborate in a supportive, inclusive, and mission-aligned culture.
- Opportunity to lead meaningful initiatives that support employee wellbeing.
Physical Demands: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
This position typically operates in a standard office environment. The noise level is generally quiet and remains within OSHA’s established safety levels at all times.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Aspiranet is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of diversity. We believe a diverse workforce within a culture of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) increases creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and teamwork for the youth and families that we serve and the organization as a whole. Aspiranet strives to provide our employees with a workplace that is welcoming, inclusive of differing world views, cultures, and lived experiences.
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