Who We Are:
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 Orthodox Union (OU)
Founded in 1898, the OU supports a network of synagogues, youth programs, Jewish and Religious Zionist advocacy programs, programs for the disabled, localized religious study programs, and international units. The OU maintains a kosher certification service, whose circled U symbol is found on the labels of many kosher commercial and consumer food products.
Position Summary:
The Program Director is a key member of the South Florida Yachad Leadership Team. Reporting to the Regional Director, this individual will lead the planning, development, and execution of social, recreational, and community programs that enrich the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families. The Program Director will be responsible for creating meaningful and inclusive experiences while ensuring excellent service for participants, families, volunteers, and staff. This role requires a dynamic leader who is passionate about building community, fostering relationships, and advancing Yachad's mission.
Responsibilities: Programming
Plan, coordinate, and oversee 3-4 weeknight programs and 1-2 weekend programs each week
Attend and run 3-4 programs weekly
Conduct outreach to parents and participants to increase program attendance and growth
Maintain the Yachad database for each program, including flyers, attendance, and payments
Hire and supervise staff to support and run programs
Organize and coordinate transportation for participants when needed
Community & Volunteers
Establish and maintain relationships with 4–5 local schools, shuls, and community organizations
Provide 3 sensitivity trainings throughout the year
Recruit and manage volunteers for programs and events
Collaborate with schools and shuls to plan inclusive programming opportunities
Shabbatons
Plan, coordinate, and attend 4-5 Shabbatons throughout the year
Recruit and manage advisors for each Shabbaton
Arrange housing accommodations for participants and advisors
Coordinate with local shuls and community partners to support the Shabbaton experience
Financial Management
Track and input program expenses and receipts
Maintain accurate financial records for programs and events
Process and track staff payments and reimbursements
Growth
Maintain programs with consistent participation of current members
Recruit 25% new participants/members annually
Maintain ongoing relationships with current participants and families
Reach out to participants who are not attending regularly and develop strategies to re-engage them
Qualifications:
Strong commitment to the mission of Yachad and a passion for supporting the 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
Able to work independently
Salary & Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $50,000 - $60,000, commensurate with experience.
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
The OU offers health insurance through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA). Instead of a single group plan, employees have the freedom to choose their own health insurance plan that fits their personal and family needs. The OU contributes a generous monthly amount directly toward your premium, making coverage more flexible, affordable, and tailored to you.
Employees enrolled in our health plan also receive an annual BeniComp stipend, a supplemental benefit that reimburses eligible medical, pharmaceutical, dental, and vision expenses.
In addition, the OU offers employees group dental and vision insurance through MetLife.
Additional Benefits and Perks
10 Paid sick days
10-15 Paid vacation days
Paid Jewish and Federal holidays
Short Fridays to accommodate for 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)
