Trauma-Informed Program Director for Youth Services

Eliot Community Human Services; Dedham; On-site; GBP 48,309 - 55,741; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Comprehensive Benefits

Retirement Savings

Wellness & Family Support

Financial Security

Professional Growth

Job summary

Eliot Community Human Services seeks a Program Director to lead our Social Services residential program for children aged 0 to 12, providing trauma-informed care to support healing and development.

The role includes overseeing operations, supervising staff, and developing treatment plans while fostering strong community partnerships and youth outcomes through structured routines and education goals.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field preferred and minimum 5 years of supervisory experience with youth or similar populations.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with at least 2 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and ensure program compliance with applicable policies.
• Supervise and support staff, including training, evaluations, and professional development.
• Assist youth in developing and implementing treatment and crisis plans.
• Facilitate access to community resources and maintain partnerships with service providers.
• Create a structured and supportive environment through scheduled visits and active engagement.
• Develop and maintain youth schedules including educational/vocational goals, recreation, and life skills.
• Participate in on-call rotation and crisis response as needed.
• Ensure documentation and compliance with EMR and MAP protocols.
• Promote a trauma-informed, youth-guided, culturally responsive approach.

Skills

Staff supervision

Trauma-informed care

Youth development

Program management

Education

Master's degree in related field

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

EMR

MAP protocols

Job description

Eliot Community Human Services seeks a Program Director to lead our Social Services residential program for children aged 0 to 12, providing trauma-informed care to support healing and development.

The role includes overseeing operations, supervising staff, and developing treatment plans while fostering strong community partnerships and youth outcomes through structured routines and education goals.