Director of Program Development, Occupational Therapy and Training

Director of Program Development, Occupational Therapy and Training

Call to Freedom – Sioux Falls, SD

Full-Time | Exempt

The Director of Program Development, Occupational Therapy and Training provides strategic leadership and oversight for survivor-centered programming at Call to Freedom. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating trauma-informed programs that support survivors of human trafficking on their journey toward healing, independence, and long-term stability. The Director ensures the integration of evidence-based occupational therapy principles across programs, leads organizational training initiatives, and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to advance best practices in anti-trafficking care.

This position combines executive-level leadership with clinical and programmatic expertise, ensuring that all services align with Call to Freedom’s mission, values, and commitment to survivor empowerment.

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy or a closely related field.
• Active occupational therapy license (or eligibility for licensure) in the state of practice.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive experience in program development, clinical leadership, or social services, preferably within trauma-informed or anti-trafficking settings.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and complex programs.
• Strong understanding of human trafficking dynamics, trauma, and survivor-centered care.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work forty (40) or more hours per week with flexibility as required by program needs.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and motor vehicle insurance.
• Maintain an active state occupational therapy license throughout employment.

• Provide strategic leadership for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of survivor programs, including residential, non-residential, outreach, and aftercare services.
• Ensure programs are survivor-centered, trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and aligned with organizational standards and industry best practices.
• Oversee program development processes, including staff training related to CSP plans, intake assessments, and quality improvement systems.
• Establish program goals, outcomes, and evaluation measures to assess effectiveness and impact.
• In collaboration with the Director of Program Relations and Community Impact, oversee compliance with licensing, accreditation, grant requirements, and organizational policies.

• Integrate occupational therapy frameworks into survivor services to support daily functioning, emotional regulation, vocational readiness, and life skills development.
• Provide clinical oversight and professional guidance related to occupational therapy interventions across all Call to Freedom programming areas.
• Remain current on occupational therapy research and trauma recovery practices and apply findings to program development.
• Oversee occupational therapy screenings and assessments while recognizing client needs for safety, autonomy, and confidentiality.
• Oversee occupational therapy plans for Marissa’s House and Outreach clients in collaboration with case managers.
• Implement occupational therapy plans developed in coordination with contractual Occupational Therapists.
• Collect and evaluate client data utilizing the Occupational Performance Measures Tool (COPM).
• Supervise occupational therapy staff.

• Lead the development and delivery of organizational training related to human trafficking, occupational therapy principles, survivor advocacy, prevention, and program implementation.
• Ensure staff possess the knowledge and skills necessary to provide ethical, effective, and high-quality services.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify training needs and support professional development.

• Supervise assigned staff in accordance with organizational policies and performance expectations.
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