Assistant Program Director

The Center for Human Development (CHD) is seeking an Assistant Program Director to join the team at our Secure Residential Treatment Program (SRT) located in Springfield, MA.  SRT is a secure residential treatment program for male participants who are committed to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Youth Services. This Secure Treatment Program helps young men, aged 12 to 21, make a successful transition back to their home or community. 

Your responsibilities as an Assistant Program Director: 

The Assistant Program Director works within the Agency’s team model, establishing open communication, support, and accountability among co-workers.  She/he will supervise and manage the activities of residential supervisory staff; will assume a primary leadership role in interactions with staff and residents; will ensure the coordinated efforts of all treatment and educational components.  Will support the philosophy of the agency and the program in all interactions with staff, residents, parents and outside agencies. 

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or a related field preferred and/or 3 or more years of supervisory experience in a residential setting 
• Extensive experience working with adolescents required 
• Extensive experience in a residential and / or secure setting required 
• Vehicle available for work use 

SUCCESS FACTORS:

The Assistant Program Director should actively support the philosophy of the Agency and program as well as maintain a high level of commitment to program staff.  Success factors include: 

• Patience, caring, and compassion toward a difficult and potentially dangerous population
• Demonstrates effective de-escalation skills
• Performs well under stress and in crisis situations
• Manage long-term professional stress appropriately
• Open, direct interpersonal style with good teamwork and leadership skills

Take advantage of a competitive compensation starting at $61,000 as well as a phenomenal benefit package that includes, Dental, Health and Life insurance. Paid time off, earned vacation time and paid holidays just to name a few.  

At Center for Human Development (CHD) Care Finds a way:     

The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those served.   

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