Program Director - Community Residential Setting

Harry Meyering Center • Mankato, MN

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About The Position

Harry Meyering Center is seeking a dedicated and experienced Program Director to provide leadership and oversight for assigned Community Residential Services (CRS) locations in Mankato. The role ensures delivery of high-quality, person-centered services while maintaining compliance with licensing requirements, supporting staff development, overseeing program operations, and advocating for the individuals served. The Program Director also provides operational leadership and may serve as interim support for Program Manager vacancies as needed.

The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Some evening and weekend hours may be required based on business needs. Salary is $70,720 per year.

Requirements

• Meet the criteria of a Designated Manager under Minnesota Statute 245D.
• Have a minimum of three years of supervisory-level experience in a program providing direct support services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older.
• Meet one of the specified education and experience pathways: a related bachelor’s degree and one year of qualifying direct-care experience; a related associate degree and two years of qualifying direct-care experience; a related postsecondary diploma and three years of qualifying direct-care experience; or at least 50 hours of related education and training plus four years of qualifying direct-care experience under the supervision of a staff person meeting the specified qualifications.
• Be competent to perform the duties and meet the applicable education and training requirements, with at least three years of supervisory-level experience in a program providing care or education to vulnerable adults or children.
• Have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Be able to pass a Minnesota Department of Human Services background study.
• Have strong leadership, communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Be proficient with Outlook, Word, Excel, Adobe, and PowerPoint.
• Be able to work independently and collaboratively, respond effectively to changing needs and emergency situations, and meet the stated physical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for assigned residential programs.
• Ensure quality, person-centered services and compliance with applicable regulations and licensing requirements.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with individuals served, families, guardians, case managers, and community partners.
• Support quality assurance efforts, investigations, corrective actions, and program audits.
• Supervise, coach, develop, and evaluate direct support leadership staff.
• Monitor program operations, staffing, budgets, and service outcomes.
• Support admissions, discharges, benefits coordination, and health and safety needs.
• Promote individual rights, community inclusion, and active treatment practices.
• Respond to emerging program and staffing needs while maintaining service continuity.
• Provide operational leadership and interim support for Program Manager vacancies as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer HSA contributions
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Virtual healthcare option through Nice Healthcare
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Competitive paid time off and holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree