Program Manager | NY

All Kinds of Therapy; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A New York-based boarding school is seeking a Program Manager to lead a team of over 15 staff members in providing a safe, engaging environment for students. Responsibilities include promoting safety and growth, providing support to staff, and collaborating with teams to enhance programming. Ideal candidates have a bachelor's degree in Human Services or a related field, robust leadership skills, and 8+ years experience in similar settings. This is a full-time, on-site position.

Qualificações

• 8+ years of experience working with children in experiential, therapeutic, or residential environments.
• Experience supervising and leading adult staff.
• Valid New York State driver's license.

Responsabilidades

• Promote a culture of safety, respect, and growth for students and staff.
• Provide direct supervision, coaching, and professional development to residential staff.
• Uphold high standards of professionalism and accountability.

Conhecimentos

Leadership skills

Ability to interact positively

Coaching staff

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Mountain Lake Academy is an experiential-based program that works with 36 students in grades 7-12 at a year-round boarding school located in the High Peaks of the Adirondack Mountains. Mountain Lake Academy provides a variety of experiential-based programming for boys in grades 7-12. These experiences include hiking, canoeing, mountain biking, skiing, snowshoeing, multi-day expeditions, and vocational programming.

Work Arrangement On-site

Employment Type Full-time

Location 386 River Road · Lake Placid, NY 12946

About This Role

The Program Manager plays a key leadership role in partnership with the Residential/Clinical/Education Director and the senior leadership team. This position is responsible for supervising 15 to 20+ staff members, strengthening program quality across residential, clinical, and educational settings, and ensuring a safe, engaging environment for students.

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of safety, respect, and growth for students and staff.
• Provide direct supervision, coaching, and professional development to residential staff.
• Facilitate group activities and model leadership in dynamic settings.
• Collaborate with cross-departmental teams to support integrated programming.
• Uphold high standards of professionalism and accountability across all aspects of the role.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred; Bachelor’s in Human Services or related field required.
• At least 8 years of experience working with children in an experiential, therapeutic, or residential school setting.
• Prior experience supervising and leading adult staff.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with students and staff in a positive, constructive, and professional manner.
• Proven leadership skills and capacity to manage complex, multifaceted programs.
• Valid New York State driver’s license.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.