Director Position Available In Polk, Florida

Director Viviscent Wellness Foundation Lakeland, FL Job Details Full-time $61,353 – $70,154 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Working with people with disabilities 5 years Master’s degree Public Administration Supervising experience Bachelor’s degree Budgeting Social Work Senior level Full Job Description Position Summary Viviscent Wellness Foundation (VWF) is seeking a no-nonsense, mission-aligned Director of Programs to lead our efforts across developmental disability services, trauma-informed care, housing, and economic empowerment . This role requires someone who can lead from the front, roll up their sleeves, and manage real work—whether it’s a modular housing development in Alabama or building wraparound services for families in crisis. You’ll manage programs and real estate development in sync, making sure the community impact is real, measurable, and lasting. Key Responsibilities Program Management Develop, implement, and scale trauma-informed and disability-focused programs Supervise staff across behavioral health, workforce, and wellness departments Monitor and report on outcomes, KPIs, and grant deliverables Maintain full compliance with all state and federal program regulations Housing & Real Estate Oversight Oversee modular housing projects , mobile home park revitalizations, and container home developments in partnership with our Real Estate and Development Team Coordinate permitting, site selection, vendor oversight, and construction timelines Ensure all housing initiatives align with VWF’s mission and serve veterans, seniors, and underserved families Partner with architects, contractors, local governments, and funders to manage project pipelines and build timelines Lead development planning, environmental compliance, and impact reporting Financial Management Develop and manage multi-program budgets and housing development budgets Track program-specific funding streams and align spending to deliverables Support grant writing and reporting for government and private funders Stakeholder Engagement Maintain strong working relationships with community leaders, city officials, and agency partners Act as a public face of VWF at local, regional, and national convenings Drive collaborative partnerships to scale VWF’s work across housing, health, and economic recovery Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Nonprofit Management, Real Estate, Public Administration, or related field ( Master’s preferred ) Minimum 5-7 years experience in program oversight with direct impact on underserved populations Strong track record managing housing or real estate development projects in the nonprofit, municipal, or impact investment sector Deep knowledge of behavioral health, disability services, and trauma recovery Experienced in supervising teams, managing vendors, and holding people accountable Proficient in budgeting, compliance, and grant reporting Able to balance fieldwork and strategic leadership Excellent written, verbal, and relationship-building skills Why VWF? We’re not just building homes — we’re building futures. From transitional housing for veterans to permanent homes for families with special needs, we own the land, we own the impact , and we’re rewriting what community healing looks like. You’ll help lead one of the most ambitious nonprofit housing and wellness programs in the country. If you’re tired of lip service and ready to do the real work , join us.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$61,353.00 – $70,154.00 per year

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Lakeland, FL 33801