Program Director - IDD Residential Services

Are you interested in making a life-saving difference for children and adolescents? Would you enjoy being part of a team working to change the world for the better?If you answered YES, then consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health team!

For over 50 years -- The Glenholme School, part of Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, has provided a comprehensive residential program and services for children with learning differences and special needs. Located in picturesque Washington, CT the Direct Care Professional position will be part of a cohesive, passionate and dynamic team. The selected candidate will foster Devereux’s mission and values of quality care as well as providing top-notch and individualized therapeutic care for our students.

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Program Director to lead and oversee a DDS-licensed residential program serving adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) in Connecticut.  The Program Director is responsible for ensuring safe, high quality, person-centered services while maintaining full compliance with CT DDS regulations and licensing standards.  This role includes leadership of staff, program operations, regulatory readiness, and coordination of care, all while fostering a respectful and supportive enrironment that enhances the quality of life for individuals served. 

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Special Education, Nursing or related field required; Master's degree preferred
• Coursework or training in disability services, behavioral supports, healthcare coordination, or program administration preferred
• 3-5 years progressive experience supporting adults with IDD in residential or community-based settings
• Minimum 2 years supervisory or management experience overseeing direct care staff
• Experience managing licensed IDD residential programs, including operations, staffing, and compliance
• Proficient with individual Plans, Behavioral Support Plans, incident management, and quality assurance
• Experience with audits, licensing reviews, and emergency/crisis response as it pertains to IDD residential programs

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and bend, and move throughout the workday
• Ability to lift, push, pull, or assist with up to 40 pounds as needed
• Ability to assist with emergency responses, including evacuations or crisis situations

Work Schedule:

• Full-time with on-call responsibilities
• Occasional evenings, weekends, and emergency response required

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.    

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.  

We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time. 

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer;  

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services. 

• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance. 

• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage. 

• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.