Mental Health Program Director (MHPD)

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

At Dungarvin, we're not just a national company; we're a family of caring, passionate, and dedicated team members working together nationwide to offer top-notch, community-based support. Our mission is simple: We're here to provide exceptional assistance to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including those facing mental health, behavioral, or significant medical challenges.

What sets us apart is our commitment to tailoring our services to fit the unique aspirations, dreams, goals, and needs of each person we serve. We take pride in creating customized solutions that resonate with the individual, all made possible through the support of Medicaid and Community Support Waivers.

Since our humble beginnings in 1976 in the heart of Minnesota, we've grown to extend our reach to fifteen states. Whether through our dedicated field professionals or our corporate roles, we are driven by one core belief:
empowering people with disabilities to unlock their full potential and enhance their quality of life.

Discover how Dungarvin can make a positive difference in your journey or the lives of your loved ones.

Join our nationwide family and let us help you achieve your unique goals and dreams. Job Description

In this exciting role you are responsible for the coordination and supervising one to two residential programs that specialize in supporting individuals with challenging behavioral and mental health needs.  As a Mental Health Program Director your two key priorities include supervising and training of mental health specialists and ensuring all aspects of the program are developed, implemented, coordinated, and monitored to the highest degree possible. 

Work Environment and Office Hours

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

The MHPD is always on-call, unless prior arrangements have been made for someone of comparable authority to receive emergency calls.

MHPD’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, MHPD’s will find it necessary to work direct service shifts, but such work should normally not exceed 16 hours per week. If a MHPD 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 MHPD is expected to notify his/her supervisor as soon as possible.

If schedule adjustment is necessary, arrangements should be made with the director. 

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.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience supervising programs that oversee services for people with behavioral and serious persistent mental health needs.
• A four-year degree in behavioral science, or related field, preferred.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Current auto liability insurance with reliable transportation
• Valid driver license with an acceptable driving record
• Designated Manager status per 245D licensing

Additional Information

You will receive:

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for full-time employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex 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 based on eligibility requirements
• PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
• PTO Donation
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• National Brand Discounts
• Pay Active – access up to 50% of your pay before payday
• PAID training and orientation

We 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.

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