Program Director (RN) – Adult Day Health Program

Are you a Registered Nurse (RN) with leadership experience who thrives in mission-driven healthcare environments? Do you enjoy overseeing clinical operations, mentoring staff, and ensuring regulatory excellence while serving vulnerable populations? If you’re ready to step into a high-impact leadership role, this could be an exceptional opportunity.

A respected nonprofit healthcare organization in the Capital Region of New York (Latham area) is seeking a Program Director to lead its Adult Day Health Care program. This is a permanent, full-time leadership position offering a competitive salary range of $133,000–$136,000/year. This is a high-priority hire and a critical leadership role within the organization.

The Program Director is responsible for overall program operations, regulatory compliance, staffing oversight, budget management, and clinical coordination. This individual will ensure high-quality care delivery while maintaining strict adherence to New York State Department of Health regulations and federal Adult Day Health Care standards.

This is a full-time, in-person leadership position in the Latham area.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all operational, clinical, and administrative functions of the Adult Day Health Care program
• Ensure compliance with all NYS Department of Health and federal ADHC regulations
• Lead program planning, implementation, and service coordination
• Supervise clinical and administrative staff, including hiring, onboarding, performance evaluations, and professional development
• Monitor program quality standards and implement improvements as needed
• Review and approve participant care plans and oversee admissions and discharges
• Maintain required program documentation, reporting, and statistical records
• Manage program budget and staffing structure
• Serve as liaison with internal departments and external partners
• Address participant or family concerns and ensure adherence to participant rights
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance at all times

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) required with BS or BA degree (or equivalent experience)
• Experience in nursing supervision and clinical program leadership
• Experience working with elderly and/or chronically ill adults
• Familiarity with New York State Department of Health regulations
• Experience in adult day health care or group-based healthcare programs preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage both clinical and administrative responsibilities

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive annual salary ranging from $133,000–$136,000
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Life insurance coverage
• 403(b) retirement plan
• PTO

The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting that our client would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range.

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