Program Director - Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services

Job Description

Job Description

Program Director - Full Life Hawai'i

Location: Hilo or Kailua-Kona, Hawai'i Island (island-wide leadership role) Compensation: $70,000 - $100,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits (valued at $18,500 annually)

Make a Difference Every Day

For 25 years, Full Life Hawai'i has been empowering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families to live self-determined, empowered lives in our local community. As a Program Director, you'll lead a dedicated team in delivering high-quality, person-centered services across Hawai'i Island - from home and community supports to employment and transition programs. Full Life currently has a decentralized workforce of 120 employees who support 85 participants in their homes, communities, and/or jobs island-wide.

This is more than a job - it's a leadership opportunity to shape services, inspire staff, and strengthen the entire community on Hawai'i Island.

Why Join Full Life?

• Mission-driven work - Be part of a local nonprofit with a statewide reputation for innovation, person-centered services, and inclusion.
• Leadership impact - Oversee diverse programs, mentor program coordinators, RNs, and employment specialists, and collaborate with state and community partners.
• Competitive pay & benefits - Salary range $70,000-$100,000 DOE plus a comprehensive package, including:
  • Health insurance or $200 monthly health stipend (medical, dental, vision, acupuncture, massage, chiropractic)
  • 401(k) with 3% employer match
  • 3 weeks PTO + 11 holidays + 2 floating holidays
  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance
  • Mileage reimbursement ($0.70/mile) + smartphone allowance
  • Laptop, printer, dual monitor provided
  • Incentives, bonuses, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexibility - Hybrid schedule with some remote work options.
• Relocation support - Assistance available for qualified candidates moving to Hawai'i Island.

What You'll Do

• Lead, develop, and inspire program staff across the island.
• Ensure high-quality, person-centered services that meet state, federal, and internal policy standards.
• Partner with Hawai'i's Medicaid Waiver program (Department of Health, Department of Human Services, Developmental Disabilities Division), Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, and other agencies to strengthen services.
• Oversee intake, program planning, and collaborate on quality assurance.
• Manage budgets, staffing, and support technology systems/initiatives (electronic documentation, EVV, SharePoint, etc).
• Represent Full Life in the community, building partnerships and advocating for inclusion and belonging of participants.
• Some after-hours leadership support for staff and families may be required.

What We're Looking For

• Education/Experience:
  • Bachelor's in social sciences/human services and at least 1 year working with I/DD; OR
  • Bachelor's in another field and 2 years directly supporting I/DD or elderly populations
• Leadership: Minimum 2 years supervisory experience.
• Skills: Strong organizational, excellent communication, and technology skills. Ability to manage complex programs and support teams across multiple sites.
• Commitment: Passion for person-centered practices, inclusion, and community building.

Visit www.fulllifehawaii.org to learn more about our work. Please review the full job description for more details of the job.

Join us in making Hawai'i Island a place where everyone belongs.

A successful hire for this position is contingent upon a clean background check. Any discrepancies or issues discovered during the background check process may disqualify an applicant from consideration for the role. Full Life reserves the right to conduct a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment, and the applicant's consent form will be provided upon the offer of employment stage.