Justin Umpierre

Justin Umpierre currently serves as the Respite Program Director at Home of Guiding Hands since September 2022, where responsibilities include overseeing daily operations of the Respite Program and supervising a team of over 500 staff dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities in San Diego and Imperial Valley. Previously, Umpierre held the position of Director of Community Living Services at The Arc of San Diego for over twelve years, managing various community-based programs and leading a staff of over 200. Umpierre also contributed as Program Manager and Supported Employment Manager at Partnerships With Industry, focusing on job placements and compliance. Earlier experience includes serving as a Special Education Resource Teacher with Dysart Unified School District. Umpierre earned multiple degrees from Syracuse University, including a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Spanish Language and Literature, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Television, Radio, and Film.