Residential Director: Lead Programs, Budgets & Teams

Bridgewell; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health benefits-medical, den

Birthday off

Collaborative work environment

Training and development

On-call rotation compensation

Professional development and growth

Job summary

Bridgewell is seeking a Residential Director to provide leadership and supervision for a group of residential managers and programs in the Massachusetts region. You will oversee staffing, training, compliance, and budget management while ensuring high-quality services for people with developmental disabilities and other needs.

You will drive program excellence, mentor leaders, participate in committees, and serve as On-Call Director as needed, ensuring safety and alignment with Bridgewell’s

Qualifications

• Master's Degree preferred with 3–5 years experience with people with Developmental Disabilities or Bachelor's with 5–7 years experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years supervisory and team leadership experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years experience in budget management.
• Valid US driver’s license and one year of driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train and directly supervise Residential Managers to uphold performance standards and agency requirements.
• Provide leadership to staff and foster a positive, cohesive team environment.
• Oversee referral, intake, transfer, and discharge processes across programs.
• Ensure services meet DDS, CARF and Bridgewell standards and budgets.
• Build relationships with funding sources, community groups, families, and providers.

Skills

Lead supervisors

Conflict resolution

DDS regulations

Behavior management

Human rights

Prioritization

Delegation

Coaching

Written skills

Employee engagement

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Record management

Budgeting

Education

Master's Degree in related field

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data management system

Job description

Bridgewell is seeking a Residential Director to provide leadership and supervision for a group of residential managers and programs in the Massachusetts region. You will oversee staffing, training, compliance, and budget management while ensuring high-quality services for people with developmental disabilities and other needs.

You will drive program excellence, mentor leaders, participate in committees, and serve as On-Call Director as needed, ensuring safety and alignment with Bridgewell’s