Assistant Director, Children’s Services & Programs

Bond Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bond Health seeks an experienced Assistant Director of Program Services in Children’s Services to lead operations, supervise clinical staff, and drive program development. This leadership role emphasizes strong special education expertise and administrative acumen within a children’s services setting.

You will collaborate with families, districts, and partners, ensuring compliance, budgeting, and staffing excellence to support students’ educational and developmental outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Master’s Degree in Special Education.
• Must hold NY State Permanent Certification as a Special Education Teacher.
• Must hold NY State Permanent Certification as School Administrator/Supervisor.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director with daily program operations and oversight.
• Supervise, support, and evaluate direct care and clinical staff.
• Participate in recruiting, onboarding, training, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and agency policies.
• Assist with program budgeting, reporting, and departmental planning.
• Support curriculum recommendations and classroom placement decisions.
• Serve as liaison between families, school districts, and community partners.
• Facilitate student transitions to appropriate educational placements.
• Support Quality Assurance initiatives and program development.
• Contribute to staff training and in-service education.
• Participate in agency committees and special projects.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Confidentiality

Computer proficiency

Stakeholder engagement

Adaptable equipment familiarity

Education

Master’s Degree in Special Education

NY State Special Education Teacher Certification

NY State School Administrator/Supervisor Certification

New York State Driver’s License

Tools

Office software

Email/comms tools

Job description

Bond Health seeks an experienced Assistant Director of Program Services in Children’s Services to lead operations, supervise clinical staff, and drive program development. This leadership role emphasizes strong special education expertise and administrative acumen within a children’s services setting.

You will collaborate with families, districts, and partners, ensuring compliance, budgeting, and staffing excellence to support students’ educational and developmental outcomes.