Harry Meyering Center

Program Director - ICF

Mankato, MN - Full Time

Program Director - Intermediate Care Facilities

Job Purpose:
As a Program Director at HMC, you will play a key leadership role in shaping and maintaining high standards for our programs, policies, and procedures. You will ensure that all services are delivered in a person-centered, compassionate, and compliant manner. This role includes oversight of assigned location(s), with a strong focus on supporting and empowering both the individuals we serve and the teams who care for them.
The ideal candidate meets the qualifications of a Designated Manager and/or a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP), and brings a passion for fostering meaningful outcomes in community-based support services.

Location: Onsite - Mankato, MN 56001

Salary and Schedule:

  • Salary: $68,000-75,000 annual salary, depending on experience.
  • Typically, Monday – Friday, day hours with possible evening/weekend hours as needed based on the needs of staff and the individuals served.

Key Responsibilities: 
  • Provide leadership and oversight to assigned program location(s), ensuring delivery of high-quality, person-centered services.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain program policies and procedures to support effective and compliant operations.
  • Ensure full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including DHS and MDH rules and licensing standards.
  • Supervise and support staff through coaching, performance evaluations, regular meetings, and ongoing training; promote a respectful and collaborative team environment.
  • Lead quality assurance efforts, including staffing reviews, chart audits, outcome tracking, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Maintain open, professional communication with individuals served, families, guardians, case managers, and regulatory partners.
  • Oversee program development, including admissions, discharges, service contracts, and billing to ensure accurate documentation and financial responsibility.
  • Monitor and manage program capacity, staff training timelines, and operational effectiveness.
  • Advocate for the rights and well-being of individuals in all aspects of daily life—home, work, and community.
  • Support strategic initiatives, participate in budget planning, and contribute to agency-wide leadership efforts.
  • Ensure compliance with HIPAA, Positive Support rules, safety protocols, and active treatment standards.
  • Remain current on best practices, regulatory changes, and professional trends affecting service delivery.

Qualifications:
Program Director must have bachelor’s degree in a human service-related field or licensure as a Registered Nurse and QIDP designation with five years of programmatic and supervisory experience.  Experience in a residential setting in a leadership/supervisory position is preferred.  This position requires a valid Driver’s License and pass a driving record check conducted by our insurance carrier.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with individuals, support teams, case managers, family members, and co-workers.
  • Must be self-motivated and exhibit strong interpersonal communication skills, able to problem solve and respond effectively to emergency situations.
  • Must have an advanced knowledge of technology programs.  IE: Outlook, Excel, Word, Adobe, PowerPoint and have prior knowledge or be willing to learn any applicable technology systems.
  • Ability to work with colleagues and work independently to carry out job duties as assigned.
  • Display exceptional documentation skills, knowledge of systems, routines and programming.
  • Must pass the MN Department of Human Services Background Study.

Benefits:
  • Competitive Pay!
  • Along with insurance benefits like health, vision and dental, we also offer a 401k match, paid training, holiday and overtime pay, and paid time off.
  • HMC proudly serves its community by volunteering at several events and organizations around the Mankato area – while paying its employees to do so! Enjoy up to 32 hours a year of paid volunteering as a leader of the Harry Meyering Center.


If you have any questions about the opportunities for the Program Director position and joining our team, please feel free to reach out via email: [email protected] or phone: (507)387-8281.
Harry Meyering Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of HMC to afford equal opportunity regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the application process and employment relationship including but not limited to hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, termination, discipline, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.

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