Assistant Program Director-Latency Age Group Home

Northeast Center For Youth and Families Inc; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Springfield is seeking a dedicated Assistant Program Director for their latency-age group home. This role involves supervising staff, overseeing treatment plans, and coordinating services to ensure the highest standards of care. Candidates should have a relevant degree or extensive experience, along with knowledge of non-profit operations. Join us for a rewarding opportunity to positively impact the lives of youth and families.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401K

Flexible spending accounts

Member discounts

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Broad knowledge of non-profit administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual supervision to Residential Supervisors and Lead Residential Counselors.
• Coordinate staff schedules to maintain client ratios.
• Participate in implementing and monitoring treatment plans.

Skills

Supervision

Collaboration

Training

Knowledge of child protective systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Equivalent direct experience of at least five years

Job description

Assistant Program Director-Latency Age Group Home

Posted: June 13, 2025 | Location: Springfield, MA
Division: Residential Services | Deadline: Open

Northeast Center for Youth & Families, Inc. is hiring for a full-time Assistant Program Director for their latency-age group home.This person will be responsible for the effective day-to-day functioning of the residential group home.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide individual supervision to Residential Supervisors and Lead Residential Counselors.
• Hire, train, evaluate and supervise residential supervisors and staff.
• Participate in implementing and monitoring treatment plans; obtain feedback regarding plan effectiveness, compile information, data and present at appropriate meetings with suggestions when indicated.
• Works in collaboration with Program Nurse to assist with medical care, scheduling medical appointment, ensuring transportation is scheduled and all required documentation is completed.
• Works in collaboration with Program Director and clinical team regarding, coordinating treatment planning meetings and scheduling family visits; including ensuring that transportation is set up.
• Provide On-call coverage as determined by Program Director.
• Coordinate staff schedules so that minimum staff-to-client ratios are maintained at all times.
• Perform other similar duties as assigned or requested by supervisor.

Requirements include the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent direct experience of at least five years.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Broad knowledge of non-profit administration and child protective systems.
• Reliable transportation.
• Approved CORI, DCF, and driving background checks required.
• Knowledge of state regulations pertaining to restraints and holds.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

NCYF offers excellent benefits! Our benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurances, medical and flexible spending accounts, 401K and member discounts!

AA/EOE, we believe diversity strengthens our organization

NCYF provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NCYF complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the agency has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

" Family stabilization has been key in my daughter's recovery, mainstreaming in school and summer employment. NCYF dramatically changed our lives for the better. " - Parent