Assistant Program Director - DCF

The Edinburg Center is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing community-based services that support and enrich the lives of individuals and families throughout Massachusetts. We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centered care while creating a supportive and inclusive environment for both the individuals we serve and our employees.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Program Director to join our DCF Support and Stabilization Services team. This leadership role works closely with the Program Director to oversee daily operations, supervise and support staff, and ensure high-quality services for youth and families experiencing serious emotional and behavioral challenges.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily operations of the DCF Support and Stabilization program
• Provide supervision, coaching, and support to team members and interns
• Coordinate referrals, case assignments, and caseload distribution with DCF and the Program Director
• Monitor documentation, productivity, service delivery, and program compliance
• Support staff with high-risk situations and coordinate with DCF, hospitals, schools, emergency services, and community providers
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and retention
• Support quality improvement, program development, budgeting, and new initiatives
• Serve as Acting Program Director and provide on-call coverage as assigned

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field preferred
• LICSW, LMHC, BCBA, or other relevant licensure preferred
• Minimum of five years of experience working with youth and families experiencing serious emotional and behavioral challenges, including community-based or in-home services
• Supervisory or leadership experience preferred
• Experience working with DCF and knowledge of community resources preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Valid Massachusetts driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel throughout the service area

Benefits

We offer an excellent benefits package for both full and part-time staff (must work a minimum of 30 hours), including:

• Health and dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, and holidays)
• Tuition reimbursement, conference, seminar, certification, and specialized training funding
• Free clinical supervision for licensure

We think the best benefit we offer is the chance to learn from each other, and we hope you will be willing to teach us as well.

Pay

$76,000