Foster Care Program Director
About The Position
Massachusetts Mentor, a part of the Sevita family, provides Residential and Treatment Foster Care services to youth who may be facing out-of-home placements, transitioning back into the family home or independent living alternatives, or involved in the juvenile justice system. Through our personalized programming, we help youth gain stability, comfort and confidence to overcome all challenges and live well. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families, join our mission-driven team and experience a career well lived. Foster Care Program Director New Bedford, MA (and surrounding communities) Are you an experienced child welfare or human services leader looking to make a lasting impact? We are seeking a Program Director to lead our Foster Care program serving youth and families in the New Bedford community. In this leadership role, you will guide a dedicated team, partner with DCF and community agencies, and ensure children in care receive safe, stable, and supportive placements. This is an opportunity to lead meaningful work while developing a strong team committed to improving outcomes for youth and families What You'll Do As Program Director, you will oversee the daily operations and leadership of our foster care program, ensuring high-quality services and strong support for both staff and the families we serve.
Requirements
- Master’s degree required in Social Work, Human Services, or a related clinical field
- Experience working within foster care, child welfare, or DCF systems
- Leadership experience supervising teams of 10 or more staff
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Commitment to supporting vulnerable children and families
Nice To Haves
- LCSW or LICSW
- Experience managing or leading foster care or child welfare programs
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise a team of 10+ foster care and human services professionals
- Oversee program operations to ensure quality services and regulatory compliance
- Partner with DCF, foster parents, families, and community agencies to support youth in care
- Provide supervision, coaching, and development for program staff
- Monitor program performance including service quality, census, and program utilization
- Collaborate with Area Directors to strengthen program operations and growth
- Maintain strong relationships with referral sources, case managers, and stakeholders
- Advocate for the needs and well-being of youth and families receiving services
Benefits
- $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Competitive $70,000–$75,000 salary
- Quarterly incentive opportunities based on performance metrics
- Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Opportunity to lead a mission-driven program
- Career growth with a national leader in human services
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
