Operational Program Director / 245D Designated Manager Up to $5000 sign on bonus

Dungarvin•Saint Paul, MN
•$65,000 - $66,788•Onsite

About The Position

The Operational Program Director (OPD) leads and coordinates programs serving people with intellectual or developmental disabilities, mental health diagnoses, medical needs, and/or autism. The role combines direct care with supervisory responsibilities and works onsite within the programs. The OPD supports staff and coordinators across four to five programs and is on call during the workweek and, on a rotating basis, for multiple sites on weekends and some holidays. The position is full-time, typically Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The OPD is on call from 8 a.m. Monday through 5 p.m. Friday, and for approximately 15–30 sites from Friday at 5 p.m. through Monday at 8 a.m., roughly every three to six weeks. Weekend and holiday on-call duties are shared equally among the on-call group. Starting salary is $65,000 to $66,787.50 annually, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications. The posting also lists a $5,000 retention bonus.

Requirements

  • Meet the Minnesota 245D licensing requirements for Designated Manager status.
  • Have three years of experience supervising staff in the human services field, as required for 245D Designated Manager qualifications.
  • Hold a valid United States driver’s license and meet the company’s acceptable motor vehicle background check requirements.
  • Have valid liability vehicle insurance and reliable transportation.
  • Be able to complete personal cares and lift and transfer.
  • Be able to transport individuals served in the community.
  • Demonstrate good decision-making, time management, and communication skills, and be responsible and flexible.
  • Be at least 18 years of age; some programs require applicants to be at least 21 under Minnesota requirements for children’s foster care licensed programs.

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science or a related field.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate programs serving people with intellectual or developmental disabilities, mental health diagnoses, medical needs, and/or autism.
  • Perform a combination of direct care and supervisory duties.
  • Support staff and coordinators across four to five programs while on call during the workweek.
  • Participate in rotating weekend on-call coverage for approximately 15–30 sites, including some holidays.
  • Complete personal care tasks and lift and transfer individuals served.
  • Transport individuals served in the community.

Benefits

  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance for eligible employees
  • Supplemental insurance
  • Flexible spending and HSA accounts for eligible employees
  • Pet insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) with up to 3% employer matching after one year, subject to eligibility requirements
  • Paid time off
  • PTO donation
  • Growth and development opportunities
  • Employee referral program
  • Scheduled pay increases
  • Employee assistance program
  • Dedicated training department with paid training
  • $5,000 retention bonus
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