Vocational Services Manager

About This Job

You transform lives by leading our vocational services team to help individuals overcome barriers to employment.

In this role, you shape futures by overseeing programs that connect job seekers with meaningful work and lasting career paths.

You empower our community by building strong partnerships, managing vital resources, and guiding a dedicated team toward shared success.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Directs daily program operations to ensure high-quality delivery of vocational rehabilitation and employment services.
• Manages the complete staff lifecycle by hiring, training, mentoring, and evaluating team members to drive peak performance.
• Oversees client case management to guarantee individualized support and effective service plans.
• Drives job development initiatives by forging strong relationships with local employers and community partners.
• Maintains strict compliance with state, federal, and organizational regulations to protect client rights and program standards.
• Monitors and controls the departmental budget to maximize resource allocation and financial health.
• Leads community outreach efforts to raise awareness, build referral networks, and expand employment opportunities for clients.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Holds a bachelor's degree in social work, rehabilitation counseling, business administration, or a related field.

Experience

• Brings at least three years of experience in vocational rehabilitation or employment services.
• Demonstrates a proven track record of successfully managing staff, budgets, and program compliance.

Knowledge/Skills

• Possesses expert knowledge of vocational rehabilitation principles and job development strategies.
• Applies strong leadership skills to supervise, motivate, and develop a diverse team.
• Communicates effectively to build partnerships with community employers and stakeholders.
• Navigates complex case management systems with accuracy and empathy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Possesses a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) credential.
• 2-5 years supervisory experience
• Bachelor's degree in related field with a vocational or rehab certification required
• At least 5 years working in special education field preferred
• Five (5) years of experience providing services to children/adolescents who have mental health diagnoses and/or developmental disabilities
• Demonstrated supervisory and administrative skills
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Ability to attend to numerous details and understand multiple regulatory standards
• Must meet Massachusetts background check requirements.
• Reliable transportation to The Guild School in Concord, MA as well as to multiple Guild residences in Massachusetts
• A valid driver's license and responsible driving record for transporting students, as needed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, case management software, and other electronic tools.

The Guild offers:

• Excellent health benefits-medical, dental, vision. We believe our benefits package is one of the most competitive.
• Employer contribution to retirement plan after 2 years of employment
• Generous paid time off
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions
• Opportunities for professional development and growth

Why Should You Apply: As a member of our team, you will be surrounded by an exceptional group of talented staff that is transforming the lives of the people we serve every day. Staff members at The Guild are passionate about their work and appreciate the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of the individuals we serve.