Program Director

Dungarvin • Valparaiso, IN

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About The Position

The Program Director oversees and coordinates assigned residential and/or day programs serving individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. The role combines direct care with supervisory responsibilities and includes coordinating personnel and program operations. The director ensures staff complete orientation and ongoing training, monitors program activities and individual goals and plans, and guides the overall operational, medical, financial, and maintenance aspects of the programs through site designees.

The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. A flexible schedule and availability to be on call when needed are required. The starting salary is $52,000.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field of study.
• At least one year of full-time direct experience working with participants with developmental or intellectual disabilities.
• At least two years of experience in management and working with people with developmental disabilities.
• Good decision-making, time-management, and communication skills; responsibility, maturity, and flexibility.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Successful background clearance as part of the onboarding/employment process.
• Flexible schedule and ability to be on call when needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage personnel and coordinate program activities, including ensuring staff complete orientation and ongoing training.
• Monitor program operations and develop and implement individual goals and plans.
• Coordinate and manage the overall operational, medical, financial, and maintenance aspects of assigned programs through site designees.
• Provide direct care and supervisory support.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for full-time employees.
• Supplemental insurance.
• Flexible spending and HSA accounts for full-time employees.
• Pet insurance.
• Life insurance for full-time employees.
• 401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of service.
• Paid time off for eligible employees.
• PTO donation.
• Growth and development opportunities.
• Employee referral program.
• Employee assistance program.
• National brand discounts.
• Tapcheck access to 50% of pay before payday.
• Paid training and orientation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager