Program Director, Early Intervention — Lead Family-Centered Care

Criterion Child Enrichment, Inc; Stoneham (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Retirement plan with employer contrib

Generous time off

Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Criterion Medford Early Intervention Program seeks a full-time Program Director to lead clinical and administrative operations. The role reports to the Senior Director of Early Childhood Services and the Executive Director, overseeing staff development, compliance, and service delivery in home, center, and community settings.

Ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in a relevant field and 3+ years pediatric experience with 2+ years in supervision.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred in early childhood development, pediatric therapy, or mental health.
• Three years pediatric experience and two years supervisory experience.
• Massachusetts registration, if applicable.
• Current malpractice insurance, if applicable.
• DPH Early Intervention Director Certification must be obtained within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Possesses tact and courtesy when relating to children, parents and co-workers.
• Complies with all agency, state and federal documentation requirements.
• Maintains confidentiality as specified by agency policy, in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Participates in recruitment and termination of staff.
• Provides orientation and training to staff.
• Provides supervision to all staff.
• Completes probationary and annual performance evaluations.
• Participates in screenings, assessments, child groups, parent groups, center visits and home visits as a member of a trans-disciplinary team.
• Facilitates referrals to school systems and other community providers.
• Maintains appropriate communication with physicians, clinics and other community agencies.
• Meets with the Senior Director of Early Childhood Services on a regular basis.

Skills

Pediatric experience

Supervisory experience

Education

Master’s degree preferred in related field

Job description

Criterion Medford Early Intervention Program seeks a full-time Program Director to lead clinical and administrative operations. The role reports to the Senior Director of Early Childhood Services and the Executive Director, overseeing staff development, compliance, and service delivery in home, center, and community settings.

Ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in a relevant field and 3+ years pediatric experience with 2+ years in supervision.