VP of Intellectual and Developmental Disability Program

1/4/2026

The VP of Intellectual and Developmental Disability Program leads and oversees programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ensuring compliance with regulations and managing budgets. They also supervise program coordinators and participate in the Executive Leadership team to address IDD program needs.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Comprehend is a licensed Integrated Healthcare Center providing behavioral health and primary care services serving the Buffalo Trace region and Southern Ohio. OUR MISSION Comprehends mission is to enhance the well-being of individuals, families, and communities by advocating for and providing behavioral healthcare services in a welcoming and caring environment. OUR VISION Comprehend is committed to the continual pursuit of excellence in behavioral health services by providing the highest quality individualized care through a staff of dedicated and expert professionals, thereby becoming the employer, provider, and partner of choice. OUR VALUES Integrity: We will be truthful, honest and open with everyone in word and deed. Excellence: We will make a continual effort to achieve the highest degree of professional standards possible in all areas. Stewardship: We will be responsible for the management of our resources to provide and sustain our ability to serve. We will take full ownership for our failures and our successes, being ever mindful that we are accountable to our past, present and future employees, clients, and the community at large. Respect: We will be ever mindful – in all we do and say – in order to treat everyone with dignity, courtesy and consideration. Kindness: We will show all individuals we interact with, internally and externally, the same consideration and care we expect. Dedication: We will show unconditional commitment to serve each other so that together we can serve and meet the needs of our community.

About the Role

Job Details

Job Location: Maysville, KY 41056

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Job Description: Leads and oversees programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, supervises program coordinators, ensures compliance with regulations, manages budgets, and serves as the organization’s IDD expert.

Role and Responsibilities

Plans, develops and directs programs within the region specific to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
Provides direct supervision to Adult Day Training Coordinator, Another Man’s Treasure Coordinator, IDD Case Management, IDD Residential Coordinator, Transportation Coordinator and Medication Specialist.
Serves as the IDD expert in the organization.
Participates in the Executive Leadership team and is instrumental in assuring IDD program, staff and client needs are considered and addressed in the agency. In addition, develops and supports an interface and integration of IDD services into the overall strategic plan of the organization.
Responsible for reviewing staffing patterns and vacancies to ensure there is adequate and appropriately trained staff available to provide services.
Ensures that all IDD services provided meet state standards and guidelines. Serve as contact person for Supports for Community Living, Michelle P., State General Funds and Crisis Services.
Is knowledgeable and understands state and federal program requirements and ensures that all IDD services meet state standards and guidelines including licensing requirements.
Responsible for reviewing Annual Plan and Budget requirements, quarterly reporting, and completion of all required documentation for IDD Services within the timeframe allowed by the state.
Responsible for collaborating with the CEO/CFO in developing department budgets. Regularly reviews department budget to assure compliance and works to correct deficits or fiscal deficiencies including making recommendations to CEO regarding programs.
Active involvement in the community and make presentations to civic groups and other public forums on IDD issues.
Administrative tasks to include monitoring program budget, attendance at area and state meetings, completion of required reports and program paperwork and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Master’s degree in human service, special education, or other applicable field with five years’ administrative experience.
Bachelor’s degree with significant experience may be considered in lieu of Master’s degree.

Supervisory Requirements

Prefer 5 years previous supervisory experience at a program director level

Special Requirements

Preferably a resident of the five-county area.
Satisfactory criminal records background check.
Ability to present and represent the IDD programs to the public.
Valid driver’s license and dependable transportation.
Willing to travel out of the region for meetings and trainings.

Qualifications

Key Skills

Program DevelopmentSupervisionComplianceBudget ManagementCommunity EngagementIDD ExpertiseStaffingReportingCollaborationPublic SpeakingAdministrative TasksCrisis ServicesTrainingRegulatory KnowledgeStrategic PlanningHuman ServicesSpecial Education