Operational Program Director - DD / IDD Services

  • Full-time

Company Description

At Dungarvin, we're not just a national company; we're a family of caring, passionate, and dedicated team members working together nationwide to offer top-notch, community-based support. Our mission is simple: We're here to provide exceptional assistance to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including those facing mental health, behavioral, or significant medical challenges.

Job Description

The salary range for this position is $58,100 - $61,000 annually, with regularly scheduled pay increases.

This position is eligible for a $3,000 retention/sign-on bonus.

What You Will Do:

As Program Director at Dungarvin, you will be responsible for coordinating and managing the operations of the assigned residential programs, supervising traditional DD/IDD programs as well as behavioral programs in community-based residential settings. The ideal candidate will have previous experience supervising staff and working with adults with disabilities and challenging behaviors, as well as those requiring crisis management and behavioral interventions.

The Program Director will have an assigned caseload of either traditional or behavioral programs and will be equipped to support both types of settings for on-call purposes. In traditional settings, the Program Director is typically responsible for a caseload of approximately 2-4 adult residential program sites, with a larger number of residents and a smaller number of direct reports per program. In behavioral settings, the Program Director is typically responsible for overseeing 1-2 residential program sites, usually with 1-2 residents per home, and will supervise a staff of approximately 10-12 Direct Support Professionals per program.

The Program Director's caseload will primarily involve programs located in Dane County and may include travel to the Wisconsin Dells area.

As Program Director, you will also:

  • Oversee all aspects of assigned group homes
  • Develop, maintain, and review ISPs, BSPs, or IPPs
  • Partner with families, case managers, and other stakeholders on a regular basis
  • Manage household and individual budgets
  • Provide thorough, complete, and timely on-site orientation to new staff
  • Directly train employees in all areas of program implementation
  • Provide ongoing coaching and development of all employees
  • Complete employee evaluations, conduct investigations, and initiate disciplinary actions and terminations, as needed
  • Schedule and lead team meetings
  • Develop and implement employee schedules

Work Environment and Office Hours:

This position is in-office, providing site supervision for direct care staff. This role involves typical office hours, Monday through Friday, full-time. Additionally, the Program Manager must have a flexible schedule with the ability to be on-call when needed (this includes weekends and odd hours).

 

Qualifications

What We Look For:

  • A bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Behavioral Science or related field
  • A minimum of 2 years managerial/supervisory experience, including hiring, disciplining, and terminating employees, is required
  • At least 1 year of full-time, direct experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or intellectual disabilities
  • Must demonstrate good decision-making, time management and communication skills, and be responsible, mature, and flexible
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
  • Reliable vehicle with current auto liability insurance

Additional Information

What We Offer:

  • Starting pay: $58,100/year
  • $3,000 sign-on bonus
  • 401k plan with a 3% employer match after one year of services
  • Company-provided hardware and cell phone stipend
  • Pet insurance
  • PTO that increases with tenure
  • PTO donation program
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Free life insurance and free long-term disability insurance 
  • Supplemental insurance, FSA, and HSA
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Growth and development opportunities
  • Employee referral program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Job mobility options within Dungarvin's 15 states of services
  • Discount on your personal Verizon monthly bill, among other national discount programs

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

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