Foster Care Program Director

Sevita•New Bedford, MA

4d•$70,000 - $75,000

About The Position

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 familiesWhat 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. Key responsibilities include: 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 What You Bring 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 Bonus Qualifications LCSW or LICSW Experience managing or leading foster care or child welfare programs Why Join Us $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 At Sevita, the work you do every day helps youth and families build stronger futures. Join a team where your leadership truly makes a difference. Apply today to help change lives. #LI-LE1

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