Assistant Program Director I - Childrens Congregate Care

Seven Hills Foundation•Worcester, MA

1d•$50,000 - $55,000

About The Position

YOU, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Assistant Program Director I to support the clinical and administrative operations of our Children’s Congregate Care program. This role plays a vital part in ensuring high-quality, trauma-informed services for emotionally and behaviorally impacted children and adolescents. Working closely with the Program Director, the Assistant Program Director helps oversee daily operations, staff performance, and service delivery while advancing the organization’s mission and values.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
One to three years of related experience in human services, behavioral health, or residential care settings
Demonstrated ability to support staff supervision, program coordination, and service delivery
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License required

Nice To Haves

Behavioral health clinical licensure preferred (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT, Licensed Psychologist)
Experience working with children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral challenges strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Support the oversight of intake, assessment, and treatment services for all individuals served in the program
Assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating program activities to ensure quality, effectiveness, and compliance
Provide clinical and administrative leadership to support the delivery of long-term, short-term, emergency, and therapeutic services
Serve as a liaison between the program, external agencies, and the broader community
Maintain required records, data collection, and statistical reports in accordance with funding and regulatory requirements
Participate in quality management activities to promote collaboration, standardization, and continuous improvement across programs
Support hiring processes with approval from the Program Director; assist in training, supervising, and evaluating staff, interns, and volunteers
Assist in monitoring budget expectations related to program census, staffing ratios, and expenses
Help ensure ongoing maintenance, safety, and readiness of program facilities, equipment, and materials
Monitor compliance with licensing and accreditation requirements, including National Council on Accreditation standards
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution.
Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure.
Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!
Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!
Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!
Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!
Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year!
Vacation Cash-Out Option
3 Paid Personal Days
11 Paid Holidays
Accrued Paid Sick Time