Residential Program Director

Bashor Children's Home; Goshen (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid vacation

11 paid holidays

Comprehensive benefits package

Discounted gym membership

Generous retirement contribution after one year

Job summary

A community-focused children's organization in Goshen, Indiana is seeking a Residential Program Director to lead multiple residential programs. This role includes ensuring high-quality service delivery for youth and families while providing compliance oversight and fostering a positive team culture. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree in Social Work and possess strong leadership and communication skills. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Active clinical license (LSW, LMHC-A, etc.) is required; advanced licensure preferred.
• Experience in program management and supervising staff.
• Commitment to professional integrity and trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for residential program operations across multiple sites.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Support staff development through training, mentoring, and performance management.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Residential Program Director role at Bashor Children's Home

Bashor Children’s Home is seeking a Residential Program Director to oversee multiple residential programs and ensure high-quality services for youth and families. This role provides leadership, compliance oversight, and team support, while fostering a safe, trauma-informed environment.

The position requires flexibility, including one evening per week, occasional weekends and holidays.

Pay Range: $50,000 – $58,656 per year (potential to earn more)

Benefits include:

• Knowing what you do makes a difference
• A career that is stable in an agency with a 100 year history
• 3 weeks paid vacation
• 11 paid holidays
• A comprehensive benefits package (including medical, dental, a health savings account with generous employer match, and a flexible spending account)
• After one year of employment a generous retirement contribution without match required (currently 8% of your gross pay)
• Discounted gym membership

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work or related field (required).
• Active clinical license (LSW, LMHC-A, etc.); advanced licensure (LCSW, LMHC, etc.) preferred.
• Specialized credentials (CSAYC, EMDR, TF-CBT, etc.) a plus.
• Experience in program management and supervising staff.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to professional integrity and trauma-informed care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and oversight for residential program operations across multiple sites.
• Supervise and support program staff, fostering a positive and professional team culture.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Oversee client care using trauma-informed and evidence-based practices.
• Support staff development through training, mentoring, and performance management.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain program quality.
• Complete reports, documentation, and administrative tasks in a timely manner.

Bashor Children's Home is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.