Programs Manager

The Garden Foundation is a Las Vegas-based nonprofit supporting individuals with disabilities. We provide education, inspiration, independence, and inclusion, guided by a person-centered approach.

Position Overview

The Programs Manager reports directly to the CEO and plays a key leadership role in operations, program development and implementation, HR, staff support and oversight, state contract compliance, case management oversight, finance and budget oversight, as well as client care. The Manager oversees both the GROW Program and Community Coaching Program.

Job Title: Programs Manager

• Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week, Monday–Friday)
• Salary: Starting at $50,000
• Benefits:
  • 15 paid holiday time off annually (holidays, summer break, winter break)
  • Additional accrued paid time off
  • Professional growth opportunities

Ideal Candidate Profile

You are:

• Resourceful: You find solutions and thrive on building community connections.
• Detail-oriented: You don’t let anything fall through the cracks.
• Proactive: You anticipate needs and act before problems arise.
• Emotionally intelligent: You value people and lead with empathy.
• Visionary: You understand the big picture and help bring ideas to life.
• Experienced: You have 1–3 years in a similar leadership role.
• Empowering: You believe in people’s potential and create a culture of learning and growth.
• Team-minded: You inspire positivity, promote strong morale, and love to have fun.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Oversight & Development

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the GROW and Community Coaching Programs
  
  
• Lead program development and ensure ongoing innovation and quality improvement
  
  
• Oversight on all individualized client programming and supports
  
  
• Monitor program goals, outcomes, and client progress
  
  

Team Leadership & HR

• Supervise and support direct service staff, job coaches, and program leads
  
  
• Lead staff training, scheduling, and performance evaluations in coordination with the CEO
  
  
• Participate in the hiring process, including reviewing applications, conducting interviews, and onboarding new team members
  
  
• Foster a collaborative, mission-driven team culture

Compliance & Case Management

• Ensure compliance with all state contract and Medicaid waiver requirements
  
  
• Oversee documentation, billing, and reporting in alignment with state, grant and funder expectations
  
  
• Provide oversight for case management, including client plans, progress notes, and reviews
  
  

Finance & Operations

• Assist in budget development and monitor program-related expenses
  
  
• Track program metrics and data for reporting, grant applications, and evaluation
  
  
• Support fundraising efforts as needed, including events and donor engagement

Required Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Leadership, problem-solving, and conflict resolution abilities
• Professional demeanor and confidentiality
• Initiative, critical thinking, and time management
• Empathy and social discernment

Requirements

Must Have:

• Age 18+ with a high school diploma or GED
• Las Vegas residency
• Clean federally mandated background check
• Two years of management or team leadership

Preferred:

• One year of experience in education or disability services
• CPR certification
• Proficiency in Google Workspace

Physical Requirements

• Lift/move up to 50 lbs
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting
• Ability to handle workplace stress

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, gender, disability status, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.