Program Manager

Devereux; Bridgeton (NJ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off from day one

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Growth and training

Servant leadership culture

Job summary

Devereux in Bridgeton, NJ is seeking a Program Manager who will lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centered care for individuals served. You will plan developmental activities, supervise staff, and ensure compassionate, compliant operations across the program.

This role offers a rewarding management path with growth opportunities, competitive salary of $58,000–$68,000, and benefits starting on day one. Join a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to improving lives and communities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma/GED; Bachelor's in a related field preferred.
• Valid non-provisional driver's license.
• Attend ten days of paid onsite orientation on weekdays.
• One year of supervisory experience in a child/adult behavioral health care agency.
• Two years experience with individuals with disabilities in a community setting preferred.
• Empathetic with a team approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmental plans for individuals in care.
• Maintain facilities to present Devereux as a good neighbor.
• Oversee staff within assigned programs, including hiring and payroll.
• Ensure shifts are adequately covered.
• Supervise planning and documentation of programs meeting needs.
• Plan and participate in group outings.
• Manage shopping for home necessities.
• Schedule and transport individuals to appointments and day programs.

Skills

Team leadership

Empathy

Supervisory experience

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree

Job description

You deserve to work somewhere that gives back to you!

Being a Program Manager has its Advantages

As a Program Manager at Devereux, you will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need.

What Devereux Offers YOU

• Time off benefits starting on day one!
• Excellent health benefits, effective 30 days after employment at My Devereux Benefits .
• Tuition and student loan assistance.
• Growth and training development.
• A Challenging, rewarding and exciting management position that makes a positive impact on the lives of the individuals we serve.
• Working environment that is collaborative with multidisciplinary team.
• Opportunity to engage with an organization that values Servant Leadership principles, allowing staff to be their authentic selves at work.

The Program Manager reports directly to the Program Director. This position is based in Bridgeton, NJ and oversees our group home.

Salary: $58,000- $68,000

What Devereux Looks For In Our Program Managers

• Plans and implements the occupational, recreational, social and other developmental plans designed for each individual in their care.
• Responsible for ensuring the internal and external facilities of the program are maintained in a way to present Devereux as a good neighbor and welcomed member of the community.
• Responsible for all the staff within their assigned program(s) inclusive of the hiring, performance management, attendance management, payroll accuracy and training compliance of each team member.
• Ensure all shifts within the program are adequately covered.
• Supervise the planning, implementation, and documentation of programs designed to meet the social, emotional, physical, and personal needs of our individuals.
• Plan and participate in group outings for our individuals.
• Manage the shopping for the home’s necessities, such as food, clothing, and household items.
• Schedule and transport our individuals to doctor’s appointments, shopping trips, and day programs/schools.

Qualifications

You'd make a great Program Manager if you have:

• Have a minimum of a High School Diploma/GED. Bachelor's in a related field preferred.
• Have a valid non-provisional driver's license.
• Be able to attend ten days of paid onsite orientation on weekdays.
• One year of supervisory experience in a child/adult behavioral health care agency.
• Two years experience working with individuals with disabilities in a community setting preferred.
• Be empathetic and have a team approach to care for our individuals.

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.

Company Overview

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.

Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.

With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.

Our Culture, Our Expectations

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high- quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.

We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time.

What Devereux Offers You

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer;

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!

Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE