Program Director - IDD Residential Services

Devereux • Washington, CT

1d • $83,500 - $100,000

About The Position

Are you interested in making a life-saving difference for children and adolescents? Would you enjoy being part of a team working to change the world for the better?If you answered YES, then consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health team!
The Glenholme School
For over 50 years -- The Glenholme School, part of Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, has provided a comprehensive residential program and services for children with learning differences and special needs. Located in picturesque Washington, CT the Direct Care Professional position will be part of a cohesive, passionate and dynamic team. The selected candidate will foster Devereux’s mission and values of quality care as well as providing top-notch and individualized therapeutic care for our students.
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Program Director to lead and oversee a DDS-licensed residential program serving adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) in Connecticut. The Program Director is responsible for ensuring safe, high quality, person-centered services while maintaining full compliance with CT DDS regulations and licensing standards. This role includes leadership of staff, program operations, regulatory readiness, and coordination of care, all while fostering a respectful and supportive enrironment that enhances the quality of life for individuals served.

Requirements

• Bachelors's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Special Education, Nursing or related field required; Master's degree preferred
• 3-5 years progressive experience supporting adults with IDD in residential or community-based settings
• Minimum 2 years supervisory or management experience overseeing direct care staff
• Experience managing DDS-licensed residential programs, including operations, staffing, and compliance
• Proficient with individual Plans, Behavioral Support Plans, incident management, and quality assurance
• Experience with DDS audits, licensing reviews, and emergency/crisis response
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and bend, and move throughout the workday
• Ability to lift, push, pull, or assist with up to 40 pounds as needed
• Ability to assist with emergency responses, including evacuations or crisis situations
• Full-time with on-call responsibilities
• Occasional evenings, weekends, and emergency response required

Nice To Haves

• Coursework or training in disability services, behavioral supports, healthcare coordination, or program administration preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervision to residential and direct care staff
• Ensure CT DDS regulatory compliance and maintain licensing standards
• Oversee daily residential program operations and individual plan (IP) implementation
• Manage Behavioral Support Plans and incident reporting, investigations, and corrective action
• Lead quality assurance initiatives and prepare for audits and inspections
• Coordinate medical, health, and safety oversight for individuals served
• Support crisis management, de-escalation, and emergency response
• Facilitate interdisciplinary team collaboration and communication with families, guardians, and stakeholders
• Implement policies, staff training, coaching, and performance management
• Promote trauma-informed and ethical care practices

Benefits

• Salary Range: $83,500 - $100,000
• Career accelerator program (ASCEND). This program includes 100% of tuition covered (up to $15k reimbursed annually for undergraduate and $25k reimbursed annually for graduate) and student loan repayment!
• 24 vacation days (increases with years of service)
• 8 sick days
• Quality low cost benefits (you can view our plans by visiting https://benefits.devereux.org)
• 403(b) plan with employer match/contribution
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees