Developmental Disability Assistant Program Administrator

Why You’ll Love This Position

You’ll love this position because it offers the opportunity to lead, support, and strengthen programs that make a real difference in people’s lives. In this role, you’re not only helping ensure high-quality, compliant services—you’re also mentoring staff, shaping program success, and driving continuous improvement. It’s a dynamic mix of leadership, collaboration, and hands‑on impact, where you’ll work closely with teams, community partners, and stakeholders to ensure individuals receive the care and support they need.

• Assist the Program Administrator in overseeing daily program operations and implementation of program plans, policies, and procedures.
• Support compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and agency policies.
• Conduct audits of ISPs, utilization reviews, case notes, and related documentation to ensure accuracy and timelines.
• Assists with pre‑survey reviews and corrective action efforts to maintain audit readiness.
• Coordinate with Program Managers to support staff and ensure effective service delivery.
• Provide training and ongoing guidance to staff related to person‑centered planning and service coordination.
• Assist in monitoring services provided to ensure quality, effectiveness, and alignment with client needs.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and program coordination activities.
• Assist in collecting, tracking, and analyzing program data; prepare reports as required.
• Support budget monitoring and expenditure tracking in alignment with program allocations.
• Collaborate with community partners, providers, and stakeholders to support program success.
• As needed, manage a limited caseload of clients.
• Participate in meetings, trainings, and other agency activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Provide guidance and support to Program Managers, Support Coordinators, and program staff.
• Assist with staff onboarding, training, and performance monitoring.
• Support oversight of staff productivity, service hour standards, and compliance with agency, state, and federal regulations.

Possesses a strong commitment to the mission of Catholic Charities, including the understanding of Catholic Social Teaching and the ability to demonstrate the philosophy and values of the agency. The identity of the agency is clearly Catholic, and as such, Catholic Charities adheres to the social and moral teachings of the Catholic Church.

• Bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW), Human Services, or equivalent human services degree; OR
• Registered nurse (licensed)
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in case management or human services.
• This position requires a valid driver’s license, a reliable vehicle, and proof of insurance.

• Experience in Developmental Disabilities or Targeted Case Management.
• Experience in quality assurance, compliance, or program coordination.
• Supervisory or leadership support experience.

An equivalent combination or relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.