Director of Programming

Position Summary: The Director of programs supports an organization, providing employment choice to individuals with disabilities by developing, refining, and implementing programs and activities, which provide opportunities for higher quality of life by using and enhancing worker skills to further enterprise in Kansas City. The Director of programs is responsible for managing current programs and committing to program expansion by developing new initiatives while ensuring operating efficiency. They are a key member of the management team and work closely with other senior staff to achieve the organization’s strategic goals, the position accomplishes this through respectful and constructive, energetic style, guided by the mission and objectives of the company.
 
Overview
Southeast Enterprises employs individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (Associates) specializing in custom hand assembly, inspecting, collating, kitting, and packaging services. We continue to build on a strong 46-year reputation for quality products and dependable service at our 36,000 square foot supported employment environment. SE also provides working opportunities in the community. SE offers a competitive salary, supportive and values-driven culture, high-energy work environment, and excellent benefits for full-time candidates.
 
Position reports to: Chief Executive Officer
FLSA Classification: Full-time, Exempt
Compensation: based on experience (mid $50k – high $60K)
Hours: 7:30AM - 4:00PM
Location: Kansas City, MO
 
 
Duties

• Establish processes and interventions that set Southeast Enterprises apart by providing a multi approach to employment, including training, support and skill enhancement to skills-based employees tailored to their disability ensuring they meet quality standards and production goal while engaging in safe work practices and appropriate workplace behavior make appropriate recommendations for each employees placement out of the training program
• Partner with senior leaders to align programs with Southeast’s short and long-term strategic goals, lead a cross functional team to define and implement programs, including social emotional curriculum embedded into the workday
• Manage EITAS and DESE contracts, including developing, implementing, and monitoring systems for record keeping, service, provision, budgeting, and reporting
• Develop training programs for staff that enhance their ability and knowledge in working with individuals with disabilities, especially within the autism spectrum
• Establish standardized intake processes, including skills, assessments, and placement, develop individual goals, support in progress reporting as well as procedures and intervention and de-escalation of employee conflicts provide timely and meaningful communication for guardians, family members and referral source case managers.
• Ensure that written, documentation and productivity records are kept current, according to established regulatory requirements, maintain accurate service delivery records, and comply with grant funding record keeping requirements
• Create social development programs for skills-based employees that include parent/family involvement and managing volunteers
• Attend meetings with partners and others on behalf of Southeast enterprises

1. Bachelor’s Degree in related Field, Master Degree Preferred
2. At least ten (10) years of progressive responsibility in related educational field or program management for an organization providing employment or programming services to individuals with disabilities
3. Experience with Setworks
4. Leadership
5. Strategic Thinking
6. Results Driven
7. Business Acumen
8. Decision Making

• CPR and First Aid
• Gentle-Teaching approach to better serve the individuals SE employs
• Abuse and Neglect
• Seizure First Aid
• Other as needed

• Immediately eligible for retirement plan
• Eligible for company match after one year employment
• Paid Time Off: 10 holidays, vacation (80 – 160 hours depending on tenure), plus personal and sick time
• 100% company paid medical coverage and life insurance
• Supplemental insurance available