Are you a compassionate leader ready to make a real impact?
JFM is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Program Administrator to join our team of professionals who are passionate about empowering individuals with developmental disabilities. As a Program Administrator, you’ll be at the forefront of creating a safe, respectful, and empowering home environment where every person served can thrive and lead a fulfilling life.
As the Program Administrator, you’ll wear many hats—and every one of them makes a difference.
- Lead with Purpose
Provide guidance and direction to a team of direct support professionals and coordinate services that support individuals with developmental disabilities, often managing complex emotional, physical, and psychiatric needs.
- Support Daily Living
Oversee daily living routines—from personal care and nutrition to habilitation training and community involvement—ensuring the people we serve live with dignity, autonomy, and opportunity.
- Promote Health & Safety
Maintain a safe and healthy home by implementing agency safety protocols, scheduling medical care, managing medication, and ensuring compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards.
- Manage with Care
Organize and lead your team with accountability, mutual respect, and professional excellence. This includes scheduling, team development, performance appraisals, training, and compliance monitoring.
- Build Community & Relationships
Foster respectful and inclusive communication with individuals, families, state agencies, and care providers. Promote a sense of belonging both within the home and the greater community.
- Drive Excellence
From coordinating habilitation plans and maintaining pristine living environments to managing budgets, payroll, and staff documentation—you’ll ensure quality, consistency, and compassion in everything you do.
Supervise daily operations of residential programs
Develop and manage individual habilitation plans
Oversee nutrition, healthcare, behavior supports, and safety plans
Train and mentor staff to meet compliance and care standards
Maintain accurate and timely documentation and reports
Represent JFM with professionalism in the home and community
Ensure homes are clean, well-maintained, and up to code
Provide on-call support and fill in as needed
Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services (or related field), or 4+ years in the field with supervisory experience
Skills: Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal communication skills
Technical Proficiency: Comfortable with Microsoft Office and digital documentation systems
Licensing: Valid Maine Driver’s License with clean driving record
Extra Credit: Experience working with DHS/BDS and familiarity with state regulations
At JFM, you’re not just filling a role—you’re fulfilling a mission. We value innovation, integrity, and the power of human connection. Here, you’ll find a collaborative team, robust training opportunities, and the chance to truly shape lives for the better.
Ready to Lead with Purpose?
Apply today and help us build a brighter, more inclusive future—one choice at a time.
The anticipated hiring range for this position is $47,028.80–$53,268.80 annually, depending on qualifications, experience, education, and other job-related factors. Eligible employees are also offered a comprehensive benefits package.
Required
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4 year(s): Experience working directly with persons with developmental disabilities, with some involvement in the supervision or management of employees.
Required
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High School Diploma or better
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General Educational Development or better
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Bachelor Degree or better in Social Work or related field
Equal Opportunity Employer
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