Milieu Director-Bonus Eligible Up To $5000

Our Open • Walpole, MA

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About The Position

The Home in Walpole is seeking a Milieu Director for its vocationally focused program serving youth ages 13–19 with trauma histories, developmental delays, and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder. Working under the direction of the Program Directors, the Milieu Director supervises Team Leaders and counseling staff and oversees all aspects of therapeutic milieu programming. The role is part of the management team and includes staff supervision and development, therapeutic care, program administration, and coordination with internal departments and collateral agencies.

Requirements

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree.
• At least 4 years of direct child care experience in a residential setting with emotionally challenged children.
• At least 2–3 years of supervisory experience.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer, and ability to learn new software applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and team supervision for Residential Supervisors.
• Hire, train, and evaluate staff; oversee disciplinary actions and terminations.
• Provide input on salary administration for Supervisors and Counselors, and hire counseling staff.
• Coordinate placement and training of volunteer staff.
• Draft and revise program policies and procedures and monitor implementation of The Home’s guidelines.
• Coordinate and provide staff training.
• Provide direct therapeutic care to residents and TCI crisis intervention as needed, including use of restraints; lead management of emergency situations.
• Provide rotating on-call coverage for the program with senior administrative support.
• Oversee the petty cash system and bill processing, and authorize expenses.
• Develop and oversee implementation of the behavior management system and monitor the effectiveness of behavior management strategies.
• Ensure the milieu remains therapeutic and that therapeutic activities are planned and coordinated as needed.
• Co-chair treatment team meetings and weekly staff meetings.
• Coordinate with collateral agencies and internal departments to integrate educational, medical, and clinical services.
• Work to resolve interdepartmental conflicts.
• Advocate for milieu services and staff and align department needs with agency priorities.
• Serve on agency committees as needed.

Benefits

• Bonus eligibility up to $5,000.
• Up to 15 days off per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays and 5 sick days.
• Health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Extensive training for new staff.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $3,000 per fiscal year.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Employer-paid long-term and short-term disability insurance.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager