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    Dungarvin

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    Program Supervisor - Residential Support Services

    Baton Rouge, United StatesOn-SiteFull-timePosted 13h ago
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    Job description

    The Program Supervisor is responsible for coordination and management of the daily operations of the overall services in assigned programs.  The two priority areas of responsibility include ensuring orientation and ongoing training of employees and ensuring all aspects of the program are developed, implemented, coordinated, and monitored to the highest degree possible. This entry-level supervisory role is ideal for candidates with at least two years of experience in the IDD field. The position centers on hands-on direct care while offering exposure to light supervisory duties as you grow in the role. 

    Why This Role:

    • Personal fulfillment, a meaningful career, and the chance to make a difference.
    • Positively impact someone’s life.
    • Gain health care experience to further your career.
    • Reliable work schedule.
    • Varied day-to-day experiences; no two days are the same.

    What you get to do:

    • Provide daily supervision and oversight of all employees at assigned programs.
    • Monitor, coordinate, and ensure all services to the individual are delivered
    • Program supervisors are expected to ensure all direct service shifts in their program(s) are filled
    • Provide training for employees
    • Conduct monthly staff meetings
    • Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
    • Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve.
    • Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene and more.

    What makes you a great fit:

    • Minimum 18 years of age.
    • High school diploma/GED equivalent required.
    • A two-year degree in related social services and/or two years of experience working in the field of developmental disabilities with supervisory experience preferred.
    • Person-centered, patient, and kind
    • Dependable, adaptable, flexible
    • Observant and detail oriented
    • Positive role-model for others and able to work on a team
    • Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment
    • Computer skills for documentation
    • Valid Drivers License and consistant access to vehicle (due to transporting persons served)
      • Some positions / locations may require own personal vehicle and auto-liability insurance based on the role
    • A successful background clearance is required as part of the onboarding/employment process
    • Good communication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members.

    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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    About the company

    Dungarvin

    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.

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    Industry
    Healthcare
    Founded
    1976
    Open roles
    309

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