Residential Program Director - $3000 Sign On Bonus

ZipRecruiter; Menomonie (WI); On-site; USD 53,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Program Director to manage operations of residential programs for individuals with disabilities. The role involves supervising staff, coordinating care, and ensuring quality support. Ideal candidates will have a background in human services and experience in behavioral management. This full-time position requires strong leadership and communication skills.

Benefits

$3,000 sign-on/retention bonus

Starting wage: $53,000 - $58,100

401k plan with 3% employer match

Company-provided hardware and cell phone stipend

Pet insurance

PTO that increases with tenure

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Free life insurance and long-term insurance

Growth and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years managerial/supervisory experience.
• At least 1 year of direct experience with individuals with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of assigned group homes.
• Develop and maintain individual service plans.
• Provide thorough training to new staff.

Skills

Decision-Making

Time Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology

Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

Who We Are:

Dungarvin assists people with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, autism, and/or mental health diagnoses in a variety of programs with a focus on person-centered practices. We encourage people served to explore their dreams while our employees provide support in making meaningful decisions and providing active treatment at each opportunity.

Company Perks/Benefits:

• $3,000 sign-on/retention bonus
• Starting wage: $53,000 - $58,100 annual salary based on education level
• 401k plan with a 3% employer match after one year of service
• 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 long-term 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 service
• Discount on your personal Verizon monthly bill, among other discount programs

Job Description

The Program Director's caseload will involve programs located in the Chippewa Falls & Eau Claire area.

What You Get to Do:

As a 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 certified Adult Family Homes (AFH). The ideal candidate will have previous experience supervising staff and working with adults with disabilities and challenging behaviors, as well as with 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 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 per home, and will supervise a staff of approximately 10-12 Direct Support Professionals per program.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• 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 training 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 Director must have a flexible schedule with the ability to be on-call during the on-call rotation (including weekends and odd hours).

Qualifications

What Makes You A Great Fit:

• Bachelor’s degree, 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
• At least 1 year of full-time, direct experience working with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities
• Experience with mental health
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Reliable vehicle with current auto liability insurance
• Good decision-making, time management, and communication skills; responsible, mature, and flexible

Additional Information

At Dungarvin, we value our employees and the persons we serve. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that supports everyone. Dungarvin is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.