Shared Living Senior Area Director

Shared Living Senior Area Director Location: Colorado (Hybrid / Field-Based within Colorado) Job Type: Full-time (Exempt) Pay: $75,000 - $90,000 per year About Vista Care At Vista Care, our mission is to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to live fulfilling, self-directed lives.

We believe in dignity, respect, and high-quality support across all our programs.

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Shared Living Senior Area Director to lead our Colorado operations, mentor leadership teams, and ensure our individuals served receive exceptional care.

Position Summary As the Shared Living Senior Area Director, you will serve as a key operational leader overseeing program quality, regulatory compliance, financial outcomes, and personnel across designated regions in Colorado.

Reporting directly to the National Director of Shared Living, you will provide executive-level guidance to Area Directors, support contractor network growth, and drive organizational initiatives.

Key Responsibilities Operational & Regional Leadership: Oversee daily operations, program expansion, and team performance across multiple geographic areas with a high degree of independence.

Mentorship & Team Coaching: Provide direct guidance, onboarding, and ongoing professional development to Area Directors and Support Services Specialists.

Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure full adherence to state regulations, waiver requirements, and Vista Care standards.

Lead corrective action plans for internal and external surveys.

Contractor & Physical Site Oversight: Audit Independent Contractor (Host Home) settings and company properties to ensure physical safety, regulatory adherence, and risk mitigation.

Financial & Growth Management: Interpret financial data, manage budgets, analyze trends, and drive program expansion through provider recruitment, retention, and community outreach.

On-Call & Emergency Response: Participate in the leadership on-call rotation to provide guidance for complex operational, staffing, or safety matters.

Qualifications & Requirements Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelors degree in Social Services, Human Services, or a related field preferred.

Leadership Experience: Demonstrated background in management and team leadership required.

Industry Experience: 57 years in human services preferred, with at least 2 years in Shared Living / IDD residential services strongly preferred.

Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of Colorado IDD/HCBS regulations, waiver requirements, and licensing standards.

Licensure & Driving: Valid Drivers License, reliable transportation, active auto insurance, and willingness to travel regionally (transporting participants when required).

Certifications: CPR certification preferred (must obtain required state certifications upon hire).

Work Environment & Physical Demands Setting: Hybrid role combining office, remote work, home visits, and community outreach.

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