Operational Program Director / 245D Designated Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

A Little About Us

At Dungarvin, we are more than a national provider of support services—we are a mission-driven organization rooted in respect, inclusion, and person-centered care. Since 1976, we have been committed to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including those with mental health, behavioral, and complex medical needs.

Dungarvin’s mission is simple yet powerful: respecting and responding to the choices of people in need of supports. This mission guides everything we do—from the way we build individualized service plans to how we engage with families, teams, and communities. We believe each person deserves to direct their own life, and we work to ensure their voices are heard and honored.

Operating across fifteen states, our team members—from direct support professionals to administrative staff—share a common purpose: to empower people with disabilities to live meaningful lives, on their own terms. Through Medicaid and Community Support Waivers, we deliver flexible, high-quality services tailored to each individual’s goals, values, and aspirations.

Join our Dungarvin family and help us make a lasting impact—one person, one voice, one choice at a time.

Embrace the opportunity to positively impact someone’s life! Join our team as an Operational Program Director will manage programs in the Washington/Ramsey County, MN area at Dungarvin!

· Starting Salary $65,000.00 - $66,787.50 annually *Listed salary range is based on experience level and may vary depending on an individuals skills and qualifications

. $5,000,00 Retention bonus

· Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for eligible employees

· Supplemental Insurance

· Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for eligible employees.

· Pet Insurance

· Life Insurance

· 401K with up to 3% employer matching after one year with 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

Note: Current employees of Dungarvin are not eligible for the sign-on bonus associated with this position.

Job Description

The Operational Program Director (OPD) will be responsible for leadership and coordination of the overall programs which work with persons with ID, DD, Mental Health Diagnosis, medical needs and/or persons on the Autism Spectrum. This position is a mixture of both direct care and supervisory duties.

Hours:

Full-time organizational position (may be part-time within any given home). The OPD's schedule must be flexible to accommodate various program, individual, and staff needs.

The OPD is on-call at all times; unless prior arrangements have been made for someone of comparable authority to receive emergency calls.

OPD’s are expected to ensure all direct service shifts in their programs are filled by staff who have met Dungarvin conditions of employment and have been adequately oriented and trained to perform their jobs. Occasionally, OPD’s will find it necessary to work direct service shifts, but such work should normally not exceed 16 hours per week. If an OPD finds it is necessary to work more than 16 hours of direct service in any work week, he/she must notify his/her supervisor in advance, in accordance with Dungarvin Policy A-02: WAGE AND SALARY DETERMINATION. If notification cannot be made in advance, the OPD is expected to notify his/her supervisor as soon as possible. If schedule adjustment is necessary, arrangements should be made with the director.

Qualifications

What Makes You A Great Fit:

· Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science or related field is preferred. Candidates need to be a Designated Manager status per 245D licensing requirements in MN.

· Three years’ experience supervising staff in the human service field per requirements from 245D Designated Manager qualifications.

· Valid United States Driver’s License with acceptable motor vehicle background check per Dungarvin, Inc’s policy.

· Valid liability vehicle insurance with reliable transportation.

· Must be able to complete personal cares and be able to lift and transfer.

· Be able to transport persons served in the community.

· Must demonstrate good decision-making, time management and communication skills, and be responsible and flexible.

· Must be at least 18 years of age, some programs require at least 21 years of age per MN requirements for children foster care licensed programs.

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Additional Information

At Dungarvin, diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together, we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served. Dungarvin is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.