Melmark New England
Senior Director of Residential Services
Melmark New England, Andover, Massachusetts, us, 05544
Overview
Melmark New England
is seeking a mission-driven, strategic leader to oversee residential services for children and adults. This senior leadership role is responsible for the full operational, clinical, and regulatory oversight of the residential programs. The Senior Director reports to the Executive Director of Melmark New England and supervises the Assistant Directors of Residential Services. The ideal candidate will bring a depth of experience in program development, applied behavior analysis, regulatory compliance, and interdisciplinary leadership. This is a unique opportunity to influence service delivery models and ensure high-quality, person-centered supports that align with Melmark’s commitment to excellence.
Schedule and Salary Information Salary commensurate with experience and credentials. On-call and flexible hours required, including occasional evenings/weekends.
Requirements
Master’s degree required; Doctoral degree in Psychology, Special Education, or ABA preferred
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification required
10–15 years of experience in clinical service delivery and supervision in residential and/or educational settings
7–10 years of experience in program management, staff supervision, and interdisciplinary leadership
Expertise in applied behavior analysis, autism spectrum disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health
Experience managing regulatory requirements from DEEC, DDS, and DPH
Responsibilities
Provide strategic and day-to-day leadership for children’s and adult residential programs
Supervise Assistant Directors and ensure clinical, operational, and educational quality across all residential services
Oversee regulatory compliance and licensure processes with DEEC, DDS, and DPH
Lead residential staff training, supervision, evaluation, and disciplinary processes
Ensure the effective implementation and monitoring of IEP and ISP goals
Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to support holistic service delivery
Contribute to applied research, present at professional conferences, and support publication efforts
Serve as a senior member of the referral and admissions process
Represent Melmark in strategic planning, professional development partnerships, and graduate-level instruction opportunities
Benefits
Work with a nationally known leader in quality-driven initiatives
Generous Paid Time Off Benefits including Vacation, Holiday and Sick
Melmark Sponsored Pension Plan and 403(b) with employer matching
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care
Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Reimbursement
Professional Conference and Research Opportunities
Onsite CEUs at no cost to employees
Details
Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Other
Industries: Education Administration Programs
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is seeking a mission-driven, strategic leader to oversee residential services for children and adults. This senior leadership role is responsible for the full operational, clinical, and regulatory oversight of the residential programs. The Senior Director reports to the Executive Director of Melmark New England and supervises the Assistant Directors of Residential Services. The ideal candidate will bring a depth of experience in program development, applied behavior analysis, regulatory compliance, and interdisciplinary leadership. This is a unique opportunity to influence service delivery models and ensure high-quality, person-centered supports that align with Melmark’s commitment to excellence.
Schedule and Salary Information Salary commensurate with experience and credentials. On-call and flexible hours required, including occasional evenings/weekends.
Requirements
Master’s degree required; Doctoral degree in Psychology, Special Education, or ABA preferred
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification required
10–15 years of experience in clinical service delivery and supervision in residential and/or educational settings
7–10 years of experience in program management, staff supervision, and interdisciplinary leadership
Expertise in applied behavior analysis, autism spectrum disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health
Experience managing regulatory requirements from DEEC, DDS, and DPH
Responsibilities
Provide strategic and day-to-day leadership for children’s and adult residential programs
Supervise Assistant Directors and ensure clinical, operational, and educational quality across all residential services
Oversee regulatory compliance and licensure processes with DEEC, DDS, and DPH
Lead residential staff training, supervision, evaluation, and disciplinary processes
Ensure the effective implementation and monitoring of IEP and ISP goals
Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to support holistic service delivery
Contribute to applied research, present at professional conferences, and support publication efforts
Serve as a senior member of the referral and admissions process
Represent Melmark in strategic planning, professional development partnerships, and graduate-level instruction opportunities
Benefits
Work with a nationally known leader in quality-driven initiatives
Generous Paid Time Off Benefits including Vacation, Holiday and Sick
Melmark Sponsored Pension Plan and 403(b) with employer matching
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care
Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Reimbursement
Professional Conference and Research Opportunities
Onsite CEUs at no cost to employees
Details
Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Other
Industries: Education Administration Programs
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Melmark New England by 2x.
Get notified about new Director of Residential Services jobs in Andover, MA.
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