Assistant Program Director I - Childrens Congregate Care

Seven Hills Foundation

Worcester, Massachusetts

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$50,000–$55,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Behavioral Health, Best Practices, Budget Management, Child and Youth Services, Class C License, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Monitoring, Closing Costs, Co-Payments, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Emergency Services, Facilities and Maintenance, Funding, Healthcare, Human Health, Leadership, Licensing Compliance, Maintain Compliance, Operations, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, People Management, Performance Reviews, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Psychology, Quality Management, Quality of Care, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Residential Mortgages, Retirement Plan, Social Work, Student Loans, Team Lead/Manager, Tuition Fees, Tuition Reimbursement
LOCATION
Worcester, Massachusetts
POSTED
2 days ago
Overview:

Core Values

Assistant Program Director I

Pay: $50,000-$55,000 Annually

 

Are you a driven human services professional ready to step into a leadership role? YOU Inc. is seeking an Assistant Program Director I to support the management and clinical oversight of our Children’s Congregate Care program.

In this role, you’ll help lead a dedicated team providing essential services to children, adolescents, and their families, ensuring high-quality care, strong staff engagement, and compliance with regulatory standards. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow into program leadership while making a meaningful impact.

 

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
  • Paid Personal Days
  • 11 Paid Holidays 
  • Accrued Paid Sick Time

Why Join YOU Inc.?

At YOU Inc., you’ll be part of a mission-focused organization dedicated to supporting youth and families through compassionate, high-quality care. This role offers a pathway to program leadership, allowing you to grow your skills while making a lasting difference.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and help lead impactful services for children and families, apply today.

Responsibilities:

Program & Clinical Oversight

  • Assist in managing daily program operations to ensure high-quality, client-centered services.
  • Oversee intake, assessment, and treatment services for all clients.
  • Ensure delivery of short-term, long-term, and emergency services aligned with best practices.
  • Monitor and support the overall quality of clinical care.

Team Leadership & Development

  • Support hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of staff, interns, and volunteers.
  • Foster a positive, engaged team environment aligned with the organization’s mission and values.
  • Assist in maintaining appropriate staffing levels and program coverage.

Collaboration & Community Engagement

  • Act as a liaison between the program and external agencies, community partners, and stakeholders.
  • Participate in the Quality Management Team to strengthen internal and external collaboration.

Compliance & Administration

  • Ensure compliance with licensing, accreditation, and regulatory standards.
  • Maintain accurate records, reports, and program data required by funding sources.
  • Assist in monitoring program budgets, census, and expenses.
  • Oversee the safety and maintenance of program facilities and resources.

What You Bring

  • Strong leadership potential with the ability to support and motivate teams
  • Knowledge of behavioral health services for children and adolescents
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to balance clinical priorities with administrative responsibilities
  • Commitment to quality care, compliance, and continuous improvement
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree required (Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, or related field preferred)
  • 1–3 years of relevant experience in behavioral health or human services
  • Valid driver’s license (Class C or D)

About the Company

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Seven Hills Foundation

60 Years of Defining Dignity

Seven Hills Foundation has a 60-year history of caring for people who have the ability to thrive when given the support, respect and dignity that all human beings deserve. The basic principal of serving others is the cornerstone of the foundation upon which Seven Hills is built.

Since a group of parents in Central Massachusetts came together to advocate for their children in 1951, the momentum of advocacy and social justice has grown exponentially. Seven Hills Foundation now stands as one of the most dynamic and comprehensive health and human services agencies in the country. With over 160 locations in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and seven countries abroad, Seven Hills is the premier provider of comprehensive supports for people with significant life challenges.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1956
WEBSITE
http://www.sevenhills.org/