Vice President, Program Operations
Listed on 2026-06-26
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Management
Healthcare Management, Operations Manager, Program / Project Manager
Lead Operations. Elevate Lives. Drive Impact.
At Aspire, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a full, meaningful life. For more than 60 years, Aspire has partnered with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to build lives filled with purpose, connection, and possibility.
Executive Leadership | Operational Excellence | Mission Impact ResponsibilitiesThe Vice President, Program Operations serves as the enterprise leader responsible for the quality, performance, compliance, and operational excellence of Aspire’s core service lines, including:
- Residential Services
- Academies
- Clinical Services
- Nursing Operations
Reporting directly to the Chief Program Officer, the VP will drive operational rigor, strengthen accountability systems, mitigate organizational risk, and ensure exceptional person-centered experiences across a decentralized, multi-site service delivery model. This leader will inspire and develop high-performing teams while building scalable systems that support sustainable growth, quality outcomes, regulatory excellence, and financial stewardship.
What You’ll Lead- Enterprise Program Operations
- Quality, Compliance & Risk Management
- Financial & Performance Leadership
- Workforce & Culture Development
- Strategic & Cross-Functional Partnership
What We’re Looking For:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required, Master’s preferred
- 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in complex, multi-site operations
- Experience leading large-scale service delivery organizations with operational and financial accountability
- Background in regulated environments such as healthcare, behavioral health, I/DD services, or related industries
- Proven success improving operational performance, quality outcomes, and organizational sustainability
- Strong financial acumen and data-driven decision-making experience
- Valid Illinois driver’s license with a good driving record
- Experience scaling operations, leading organizational growth, mergers/acquisitions, or performance improvement initiatives
- Achieves results and drives accountability
- Builds strong, inclusive, high-performing teams
- Leads through complexity and change
- Tackles difficult issues with courage and integrity
- Cultivates innovation and operational excellence
- Balances strategic vision with disciplined execution
- Champions person-centered, mission-driven service delivery
At Aspire, our work changes lives — including the lives of the people who work here.
You’ll Join a Purpose-driven Organization Where- Mission and impact guide every decision
- Innovation and continuous improvement are encouraged
- Leaders are empowered to shape the future
- Collaboration and compassion matter
- Every person is valued, respected, and supported
Salary
Description:
$110,000 - $130,000
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