Area Director- DD / IDD Services

What We Offer

• Work Schedule: Typically 8 AM – 5 PM EST, with flexibility as needed.
• 401K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of service.
• Pet Insurance: Coverage options available.
• Time Away: PTO that increases with tenure, PTO donation options.
• Insurance & Health: Medical, dental, vision (domestic partners eligible for dental), long-term disability & life insurance at no cost, plus supplemental insurance options, FSA, and HSA.
• Employee Perks: National Brand Discounts, Employee Referral Program, Employee Assistance Program, access to Tapcheck (get 50% of your pay before payday).
• Job Mobility: Opportunities within Dungarvin’s 15 states of service.
• Mileage Reimbursement: $0.45 cents per mile.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Development: Lead, mentor, and support Area Managers and Program Directors while promoting accountability, collaboration, communication, and operational consistency.
• Community & Relationship Building: Build positive relationships with families, community partners, referral sources, and external stakeholders while representing Dungarvin throughout the community and supporting regional partnership and growth opportunities.
• Compliance & Operational Oversight: Oversee residential program operations to ensure compliance with state regulations, licensing requirements, Medicaid Waiver standards, HCBS expectations, and organizational policies.
• Financial & Performance Management: Monitor operational performance, staffing trends, budgets, expenses, and program performance while partnering with leadership teams to support financial health, operational stability, and long-term program success.

Qualifications

• Must Have:
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a related field required, including Psychology, Counseling, Sociology, Allied Health, or Human Services.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience within residential IDD/DD services, group homes, or community-based programs required.
• Leadership Experience: 2+ years of leadership experience overseeing multiple programs, sites, or leadership teams preferred.
• Program Knowledge: Understanding of person-centered supports, residential operations, Medicaid/CIH/HCBS Waiver services, and compliance standards in accordance to IDOH and CARF.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and the ability to adapt to new technology platforms.
• Licensure & Transportation: Valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets agency insurance requirements.
• Nice to Have:
• Industry Expertise: Experience supporting multi-site residential IDD/DD programs.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Knowledge of Indiana-specific disability service regulations and HCBS standards.
• Leadership Development: Experience mentoring leaders or supporting operational growth initiatives.
• Operational Insight: Budgeting, financial oversight, or performance management experience.

Additional Information

• 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.