Program Director

Yachad, a division of The Orthodox Union, the nation’s largest Orthodox Jewish organization, supports individuals with intellectual, developmental, and learning disabilities. Yachad helps these individuals participate more fully in Jewish life and the broader society by providing educational, employment, and relationship opportunities.

The Program Director will be part of the leadership team in New Jersey and help shape the future of programs and services for participants ages 16 and older. Working under the direction and support of the Director of Yachad NJ, the program director will help create and implement a multitude of social programs that support individuals with disabilities and their families.

The role emphasizes excellent customer service for participants, families, volunteers, and staff, and aims to deliver meaningful programs and services while growing membership and the number of programs offered.

• Oversee daily programming of The Mendel Balk Yachad Center, including scheduling, activities, and in‑person staff supervision (three times per week).
• Manage intake and onboarding of new participants and support their engagement in programs.
• Plan bimonthly Sunday programs.
• Coordinate Shabbos programming, including eight Shabbos afternoon programs in partnership with local communities, and plan and execute 4–5 overnight Shabbatons with partner shuls and schools.
• Supervise coordinators to ensure events are appropriately staffed and that information is communicated and documented.
• Work with the wider Yachad New Jersey team on monthly special events.

• Strong commitment to the mission of Yachad and a passion for supporting Jewish individuals with disabilities.
• Well‑versed in Jewish values and beliefs.
• Experience in program development.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Creative and organized.
• Ability to work independently.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the field.

Salary range: $55,000 - $60,000, commensurate with experience.

Health, dental and vision insurance:
The OU offers health insurance through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA). Employees choose a plan that fits their personal and family needs; the OU contributes a generous monthly amount toward the premium. Employees enrolled also receive an annual Beni Comp stipend for eligible medical, pharmaceutical, dental and vision expenses. Additional group dental and vision insurance is available through Met Life.

• 10 paid sick days.
• 10-15 paid vacation days.
• Paid Jewish and federal holidays.
• Short Fridays to accommodate Sabbath observance.
• Free life and disability insurance.
• Discounted continuing education opportunities.
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer match after 3 years (requires a minimum 2% employee contribution).