Assistant Residence Director

Seven Hills Foundation; Leicester (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Employer Match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

3 weeks paid vacation

Job summary

Seven Hills Foundation in Massachusetts is seeking an Assistant Residence Director to support day-to-day operations of our residential programs, helping individuals with developmental disabilities thrive in their communities.

This hands-on leadership role offers opportunities to supervise residential staff, train teams, and ensure safety and quality of care, including on-call coverage and occasional weekend duties. Competitive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Assist the Residence Director with daily residence operations.
• Supervise and train residential staff, modeling best practices.
• Lead teams by example, promoting collaboration and communication.
• Provide on-call coverage, including occasional weekends.
• Support residents to learn life skills and foster independence.
• Implement ISPs and therapeutic interventions with accuracy and consistency.
• Monitor health, nutrition, medication administration, and appointments.
• Maintain clean, safe, and orderly living spaces.
• Engage with families, guardians, and external providers.
• Facilitate community integration and resident advocacy.
• Assist with budgeting and record-keeping.
• Attend supervision and staff meetings; participate in evaluations.
• Complete MAP, CPR, First Aid trainings.

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step in residential care leadership? Seven Hills is seeking a dedicated Assistant Residence Director to support the day-to-day operations of our residential programs and help individuals with developmental disabilities thrive in their communities. This role provides hands‑on leadership experience and opportunities to develop skills for future operations management.

Pay

Pay: $22.50/hr with an additional $1/hr for active MAP certification

Starting pay is $22.50/hour, with additional differentials based on location and qualifications. Cape-based programs offer a $1/hour differential. Martha’s Vineyard programs offer a $4/hour differential, with the exception of the Franklin Street program, which offers $3/hour. An additional $1/hour differential is available for employees with active MAP certification, except at non‑Franklin Street programs on Martha’s Vineyard. All asleep hours are paid at $17.50/hour.

Schedule

Schedule: Tuesday 9a-7p; Wednesday 11a-7p; Thursday 11a-7p; Friday 11a-7p; Saturday 9a-3p; Mandatory staff meeting on the first Tuesday of each month from 9a-11a.

Benefits For Full-time Employees

• Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution.
• Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25%
• 33% Employer match based on tenure.
• Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!
• Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!
• Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!
• Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co‑paid by Seven Hills!

Work-Life Balance

• Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year!
• Vacation Cash‑Out Option
• 3 Paid Personal Days
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Accrued Paid Sick Time

Responsibilities

Residential Leadership & Supervision

• Assist the Residence Director with the oversight of daily residence operations.
• Supervise and train residential staff, modeling best practices in care and support.
• Lead teams by example, promoting collaboration, problem‑solving, and positive communication.
• Provide on‑call coverage as needed, including occasional weekends and RD vacation coverage.

Individual Support & Care

• Support residents to learn, practice, and master life skills, fostering independence and community engagement.
• Implement Individual Support Plans (ISP) and therapeutic interventions with accuracy and consistency.
• Monitor health, nutrition, medication administration, and appointments in accordance with guidelines.
• Maintain clean, safe, and orderly residential spaces, ensuring a comfortable home environment.

Community & Family Engagement

• Maintain positive relationships with residents’ families, guardians, and external service providers.
• Support community integration and social opportunities for residents.
• Advocate for residents’ goals and interests within the residence and the broader community.

Administrative & Operational Duties

• Assist with financial management, including budgeting, tracking individual expenses, and maintaining records.
• Participate in supervision meetings, staff meetings, and performance evaluations.Document care and progress notes, ensuring compliance with agency standards.
• Complete required certifications and ongoing training (e.g., MAP, CPR, First Aid).

Why Join Seven Hills Foundation?

At Seven Hills, you’ll have the opportunity to grow as a residential leader while making a tangible difference in the lives of the individuals we support. This role is ideal for professionals looking to develop their leadership skills in a supportive, collaborative environment dedicated to person‑centered care, inclusion, and community engagement.