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Program Director (Behavioral and Mental Health Focus) - Wage Increase

DungarvinEau Claire, WIApril 28th, 2026
Who We Are: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. Company Perks/Benefits:Starting wage: $55,700-$62,300 annual salary based on education level401k plan with a 3% employer match after one year of servicesCompany-provided hardware and cell phone stipendPet insurancePTO that increases with tenurePTO donation programMedical, dental, and vision insuranceFree life insurance and free long-term disability insurance Supplemental insurance, FSA, and HSAMileage reimbursementGrowth and development opportunitiesEmployee referral programEmployee Assistance ProgramJob mobility options within Dungarvin's 15 states of servicesDiscount on your personal Verizon monthly bill, among other national discount programsJob DescriptionWhat You Get to Do:As a Program Director at Dungarvin, you will be responsible for coordinating and managing the operations of the assigned residential programs, supervising traditional DD/IDD programs as well as behavioral programs in certified Adult Family Homes (AFH). The Program Director is typically responsible for a caseload of approximately 2-4 adult residential program sites, with 1-4 residents per home and 10-12 direct reports per program (depending on the programs). The ideal candidate will have previous experience supervising staff and working with adults with disabilities and challenging behaviors, as well as with those requiring crisis management and behavioral interventions. This position is a mixture of admin and direct care duties.Duties include but are not limited to:Oversee all aspects of assigned group homesDevelop, maintain, and review ISPs, BSPs, or IPPsPartner with families, case managers, and other stakeholders on a regular basisManage household and individual budgetsProvide thorough, complete, and timely on-site orientation to new staffDirectly train employees in all areas of program implementationProvide ongoing coaching and development of all employeesComplete employee evaluations, conduct investigations, and initiate disciplinary actions and terminations, as neededSchedule and lead team meetingsDevelop and implement employee schedulesWork Environment and Office Hours:This position is in-office, providing site supervision for direct care staff. This role involves typical office hours, Monday through Friday, full-time. Additionally, the Program Director must have a flexible schedule with the ability to be on-call during the on-call rotation (this includes weekends and odd hours).QualificationsWhat Makes You A Great Fit:Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Behavioral Science or related field is preferredA minimum of 2 years managerial/supervisory experience, including hiring, disciplining, and terminating employeesAt least 1 year of full-time, direct experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or intellectual disabilitiesExperience with mental health preferredA successful background clearance is required as part of the onboarding/employment process Valid driver's license with acceptable driving recordReliable vehicle with current auto liability insuranceMust demonstrate good decision-making, time management and communication skills, and be responsible, mature, and flexibleAdditional InformationWe 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.4/23#DWIJ