Program Director

At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services—we’re a mission-driven team rooted in respect, response and choice. Since 1976, we’ve been dedicated to meeting people where they are, working alongside them to provide person centered supports that allow people to live independently as possible. You’ll work directly with people in need of assistance, and/or living with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs.   

With services nationwide, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference – one person, one voice, one choice at a time! We encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life!   

 Salary: $45,000 yearly  

Perks/Benefits:   

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees   
• Supplemental Insurance   
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees   
• Pet Insurance   
• Life Insurance   
• 401 K plan with 3% employer match at one year of services   
• Paid Time Off accrual - employees who work 40 hours in a 2-week period   
• PTO Donation   
• Growth and Development Opportunities   
• Employee Referral Program   
• Scheduled pay increases   
• Employee Assistance Program   
• Mileage reimbursement     
• T-Mobile, Verizon, Dell, and other National Brand Discounts   
• Tap Check - access to 50% of your pay before payday   
• Dedicated training department with paid training   

As the Program Director you will have oversight and be responsible for coordinating and managing the overall assigned programs (4 in total; All in Baton Rouge) in relation to individuals with developmental disabilities (IDD). The program director is responsible for monitoring all aspects of the program including but not limited to developing individual goals and plans, implementing program. This position is a mixture of both direct care and supervisory duties. 

What You Get To Do: 

• Personnel management and program coordination including but not limited to assuring they complete orientation, and ongoing training.  
• Monitor all aspects of the program including but not limited to developing individual goals and plans, implementing the program.    
• Assure coordination and management of the overall operations, medical, financial and maintenance aspects of the programs, through guiding and directing the designee of the site. 
• Ensure the atmosphere of the overall program is therapeutic, provides optimal growth for individuals, and preserves individuals’ dignity and self worth.   
• Schedule, lead, and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, while assuring continuity between services.   
• Communicate directly with case managers/service coordinators in a manner that encourages the continued growth and happiness of individuals. 

What Makes You A Great Fit: 

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field of study required.    
• A program director must have the qualifications of an intellectual disability professional, based on a bachelor’s degree in a human services field plus a minimum of one-year, full time, direct experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or intellectual disabilities. 
• Prior experience in developing and implementing participants programs, implementing budgets, and supervising employees is desired.  
• Must demonstrate good decision-making, time management and communication skills, and be responsible, mature, and flexible. 
• Good communication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members. 

We believe in supporting not only those we serve but also each other, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment for all. Dungarvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status per federal and/or state law. 

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