If you are interested in joining the CVI team, applicants should please send a copy of their resume to humanresources@cviga.org. Thank you for your interest in our mission!
Position Title: Director of Programs
Reports to: President
Department: Rehabilitation Programs
Status: Salary, 40 hours per week, Exempt
We are seeking an experienced leader to serve as Program Director for Center for the Visually Impaired (CVI) and its Low Vision Clinic and Vision Rehabilitation programs for adults and children. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and expand programs that empower individuals with vision loss to achieve independence, pursue their goals, and enhance their quality of life.
The Program Director will guide a dedicated team of professionals, foster community partnerships, and ensure innovative, client-centered services that make a lasting impact.
The ideal candidate brings a strong background in program design and evaluation, as well as demonstrated experience in managing staff. They will also have a passion for serving people with vision loss combined with strategic vision and commitment to operational excellence.
To apply for the position, please submit your resume and cover letter to humanresources@cviga.org
Role & Responsibilities
Program Management
• Lead CVI programs for people with visual impairment, including the Low Vision Clinic, Adult Rehabilitation, Pediatrics, VisAbility Store, Support Groups, and Client Services.
• Serve as direct supervisor to the managers of the programs, which provide direct services to people and/or conduct intakes and scheduling.
• Recruit to ensure appropriate staffing and training for optometrists, occupational therapists, and vision rehabilitation providers in low vision care.
• Maintain professional licensing and recommend continuing education opportunities for staff.
• Serve as CVI’s HIPPA Officer and ensure that HIPPA-compliant processes are in place and followed.
Strategy and Program Design
• Lead program design and CVI strategy implementation for rehabilitation programs.
• Participate in long-term planning, strategic plan monitoring, and annual budgeting.
• Collaborate with operations director to prioritize, design and evaluate pilot programs.
• Manage CVI relationships with external agencies for referrals and partnerships
Leadership and Management
• Serve as a member of CVI’s management team, with development, operations and marketing directors, and provide program reports to the board, as appropriate, at quarterly board meetings.
• Collaborate with and offer input to president, finance, and development teams on the programs’ strategic goals, budget, and fundraising case for support.
• Lead and organize rehabilitation programs to achieve organizational KPIs, program quality, and financial goals.
• Collaborate with accounting team to ensure compliance with contracts and that deadlines for accurate and complete billing are met.
• Collaborate with development team on grant proposals, funds tracking and reporting, and other fundraising initiatives and with marketing director to support outreach for the clinic.
Experience and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or higher or equivalent experience in nonprofit management or public health.
Proven experience leading and managing teams in healthcare or clinical environment.
Ability to design, expand, and evaluate vision rehabilitation programs that meet client and community needs.
Track record leading strategy implementation for quality and growth.
Skill in managing budgets and collaborating cross-functionally on billing and expenses.
Ability to collaborate with diverse partners in healthcare and academic environments as well as with community agencies and schools.
Strong written, verbal, and public speaking skills to promote services and raise awareness of CVI’s services.