Therapeutic Day Program Director, Westfield

Northeast Center for Youth & Families, Inc. (NCYF) is made up of a team of devoted and highly skilled professionals and paraprofessionals who provide quality care to the individuals we serve. Our agency is led by a passionate and involved leadership team based out of our Easthampton main office.

NCYF opened its doors in 1972 and became incorporated in 1976. We’re an experienced agency with multiple locations which provide foster care services, in home therapy, outpatient therapy, treatment residences , and therapeutic day programs. For nearly 50 years, we have been committed to providing innovative and high quality care to our consumers. Our mission is to empower individuals, children, adults and families to live healthy and successful lives. Our values include respect, integrity, compassion and hope. We encompass these values in everything we do.

NCYF provides paid training for all employees. We offer competitive wages, a dynamic work environment & the following benefits: Medical/Dental Insurance; Disability; Group Term Life/Voluntary Life; 401k Retirement; Paid Holidays/Vacation/Personal/Sick time; Whole Life, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance; Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Reimbursement, and Member Discounts.

Therapeutic Day Program Director

Northeast Center for Youth & Families, Inc. (NCYF) seeks a full-time Program Director for a Therapeutic Day Program in Westfield, MA. The Therapeutic Day Program Director will be responsible for the overall functioning of the program, ensuring that the clients are provided with a safe, therapeutic environment in which healthy socialization is promoted.

Therapeutic Day Program Director duties include developing, maintaining, monitoring and supervising the staff and service delivery of the program, insuring compliance with the policies and procedures of NCYF and contracting sources, and facilitating staff meetings and regular trainings. Other Therapeutic Day Program Director duties include approving treatment plans and termination summaries, overseeing the complete client intakes, and providing clinical support and crisis interventional as needed. This position is for weekdays with some evening hours, includes frequent local travel and requires a valid/active driver’s license.

To be qualified, candidates must possess the following:

Master’s degree in human services/social services is required

At least 3 years of experience working with youth with emotional and behavioral difficulties.

At least 2 years of supervisory experience preferred.

Approved CORI, DCF, and driving background checks

Valid driver's license

AA/EOE: we believe diversity strengthens our organization!