Director of Residential Services

Position: Director of Residential Services

Location: Springfield, MA 

Organization: Multicultural Community Services 

Employment Type: Full-time, Senior Leadership 

Salary: Commensurate with experience 

Application Deadline: September 12, 2025

Make an Impact Every Day. Lead with Purpose.

MCS is seeking a passionate, dynamic Director of Residential Services to oversee and inspire excellence across 19 community-based group homes serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a rare opportunity to shape lives, build teams, and ensure that services not only meet — but exceed — the highest standards of care and compliance.

The Director of Residential Services will provide leadership, high-level oversight, and strategic direction to ensure quality, compliance, and compassion are at the forefront of everything we do. You’ll supervise a team of program leaders and support staff, maintain regulatory standards, manage resources, and drive continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading operations and oversight for 19 residential group homes
• Supporting and developing a team of professionals to deliver person-centered services
• Ensuring full compliance with all state, federal, and agency regulations (including DDS licensure and accreditation)
• Monitoring quality outcomes and service satisfaction, and using data to identify areas for improvement
• Managing budgets, staffing, and program resources efficiently and effectively
• Fostering meaningful relationships with individuals served, families, staff, and community stakeholders
• Collaborating across departments and participating in strategic planning at the organizational level
• Serving as a key contributor to agency leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred); equivalent combination of education and experience considered
• 5+ years of supervisory experience in human services, preferably with DDS residential programs
• Knowledge of Massachusetts DDS service delivery and regulatory systems
• Strong team-building, communication, and organizational skills
• Calm, solutions-focused leadership and crisis management abilities
• Proficiency with technology and a commitment to learning and growth

Why Join MCS?

MCS is a mission-driven nonprofit with a deep commitment to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We believe that high-quality services come from high-quality teams — and that great leadership makes all the difference.

At MCS, you’ll find:

• A supportive, team-oriented environment
• Opportunities for innovation and service development
• A leadership team that values your voice and your vision
• The chance to build something meaningful — every single day

For more information please visit mcsnet.org.

To apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter