Program Director for Adult Day Program

Company Description

At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services - we’re a mission-driven team rooted in respect, inclusion, and person-centered care. Since 1976, we’ve been dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including those with mental health, behavioral, or complex medical needs.

Our mission is simple but powerful: respecting and responding to the choices of people in need of supports. This mission guides everything we do - from creating individualized service plans to building strong partnerships with families, teams, and communities.

As a Dungarvin employee, you’ll be at the heart of that mission. You’ll help people live meaningful lives on their own terms - supporting their goals, honoring their choices, and empowering their independence.

With services in 15 states, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference - one person, one voice, one choice at a time.

About the Role:

We are seeking a confident, hands-on Program Director to lead our Signal Hill Day Program, a unique community-based service site that supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 

This is an operational leadership role, not an administrative one. It is not behind a desk. This is a visible, engaged position that requires strong supervision, decisive leadership, and the ability to bring structure and stability to a growing program.

As Program Director, you will oversee daily operations, lead and mentor Direct Support Professionals, and ensure services remain person-centered, compliant, and goal-driven. You will collaborate closely with Regional Center, Community Care Licensing, families, and community partners while building a culture rooted in accountability and teamwork.

If you are energized by leading from the front and building a program you are proud of, this role may be for you.

Please review the require qualifications, below. 

Perks & Benefits

• Salary $70,800
• Full Range Scale:  $70,800 to $78,915 (starting rate $70,800 salary, pay increases based on tenure in position)
• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for eligible employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for eligible employees
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance for eligible employees
• 401 K plan with up to  3% employer match for eligible employees
• PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• National Brand Discounts
• Tapcheck - early pay access
• PAID training and orientation

Job Description

What You'll Do:

• Lead daily operations, staffing, scheduling, payroll, and budget oversight
• Supervise, coach, and develop Direct Support Professionals
• Implement person-centered service plans and behavior support strategies
• Regulatory compliance with Title 17, Title 22, and Community Care Licensing standards
• Maintain accurate documentation and oversee quality assurance efforts
• Partner with families, Regional Center, Community Care Licensing, families, residential providers, and other community partners
• Development of engaging, workshop-style activities that promote independence and life skills
• Support behavioral interventions and model best practices
• Oversee facility management and program environment
• Build a culture of accountability, engagement, and performance

This role requires strong decision-making, organization, and the ability to pivot quickly in a fast-paced environment.

Why This Role Matters

Signal Hill needs a leader who will:

• Create structure where it is needed
• Strengthen team confidence
• Raise expectations around accountability
• Build a positive, engaging program culture
• Ensure high-quality, compliant services

If you are ready to lead visibly, take ownership, and build something strong, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

The Ideal Leader

• Decisive, visible, and outgoing
• Calm and professional during behavioral escalations
• Skilled at coaching and holding staff accountable
• Organized and able to manage competing priorities
• Ownership-driven and goal-oriented
• Able to build trust with staff and individuals served
• Comfortable creating structure where it is needed

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field (e.g., Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Allied Health, Educational Psychology, Sociology, Human Services) is preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a human services delivery system, including at least 1 year in a supervisory or management role
• At least 2 years of experience or training in one of the following:
  • Care and supervision of individuals in a adult day program or residential facility/home.
  • Care and supervision of individuals similar to those served in this day program
• Experience working with Regional Centers, Community Care Licensing, and knowledge of Title 22 and Title 17 regulations
• Experience developing and implementing individual programs
• Skilled at training, coaching, and earning the trust of DSPs
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Must be able to lift and transfer up to 50 pounds
• Physician’s clearance and TB test clearance

Hours:

• Full-time exempt position (40 hours per week).
• Schedule must have flexibility to accommodate program, individual, and staff needs

Additional Information

Dungarvin believes that diversity and inclusion make our organization stronger. Together, we're working to create a culture that supports our employees and the people we serve. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.  Equal Opportunity Employer.  

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