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State Director
Full-Time
$170,000 Annually
RHD – IDD Services (Community-Based Programming)
Connecticut and Massachusetts
About the Role
The State Director is responsible for the development, implementation, and quality oversight of state‑level IDD services. This senior leadership role directs operations on behalf of the organization, ensuring program excellence, regulatory compliance, staff development, and sustainable growth across multiple service lines and funding sources. The State Director functions as the administrator of assigned programs and provides strategic leadership to enhance outcomes for individuals served and staff.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for IDD programs across CT and MA
- Ensure services comply with all federal, state, licensing, and accreditation requirements
- Oversee clinical, administrative, and residential operations
- Supervise and develop management and leadership staff
- Monitor program outcomes, occupancy rates, productivity, and quality benchmarks
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation within the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
- Promote person‑centered, ethical, and strength‑based service delivery
- Support investigations, corrective actions, and continuous quality improvement efforts
- Collaborate with internal departments (HR, IT, Finance, Talent Acquisition, etc.)
- Develop and expand services across multiple funding sources
- Maintain oversight of facilities, safety, staffing coverage, and resource utilization
Requirements
- Minimum of 7 years experience providing residential and/or supportive services to adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or mental health needs
- Minimum of 3 years supervisory or management experience
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable motor vehicle record
- Successful background investigation
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to meet physical and travel requirements of the role
Additional Qualifications
- Master’s degree in rehabilitation, mental health, or human services preferred
- Strong leadership, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong documentation and organizational skills
- Demonstrated ethical judgment and professionalism
- Ability to manage complexity, change, and multi‑site operations
- Commitment to RHD’s mission, values, and person‑centered practices
Benefits
- Full-time employees are eligible to
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- 401k, Life, Disability Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Training, Career Advancement
- DailyPay - A benefit that allows you to access your pay when you need it
- HSA, FSA
- Life Assistance Program
- A Great Team Environment
- Competitive Wages
- Wellness Program
About Apis and The Affiliate
APIS
Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organization's stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment.
Apis Services, Inc. and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.
Resources For Human Development (RHD)
Resources for Human Development (RHD) is an affiliate of Apis Services, Inc. (APIS). RHD is a nonprofit human services organization dedicated to creating opportunities, promoting empowerment, and advancing equity for people of all abilities. RHD delivers a wide range of community‑based supports, including services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs, and other complex challenges.
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