The Home for Little Wanderers
Milieu Director | Short-term Group Home
The Home for Little Wanderers, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
The Liberty Village program at The Home for Little Wanderers is a short‑term group home program for up to 16 young men and women, ages 18‑25, struggling with housing insecurity. The program provides a safe place to stay and clinical support while longer‑term housing options are identified in order to combat homelessness. The schedule is Monday‑Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM.
How You'll Be Making a Difference
Provide individual and team supervision for Residential Supervisors. Hire, train and evaluate staff performance; oversee disciplinary action and terminations.
Provide input regarding salary administration for Supervisors and Counselors.
Hire new counseling staff and coordinate the placement and training of volunteer staff.
As a member of the management team, draft and revise program policies and procedures, monitor the implementation of HLW guidelines.
Coordinate and provide training for staff members.
Provide direct therapeutic care to the residents and TCI crisis intervention as needed, including the use of restraints; lead emergency situations.
Provide on‑call coverage for the program on a rotating basis.
Oversee petty cash system and the processing of bills; authorize expenses.
Review and sign off on all incident reports; participate in gathering information for incidents not handled in a manner consistent with HLW guidelines.
Develop and oversee implementation of behavior management system; monitor its effectiveness.
Ensure a therapeutic environment on the milieu at all times; oversee the planning and coordination of therapeutic activities.
Serve as a leader or chair of a task force or special discipline.
Attend HLW Milieu Leadership meetings once a month and coordinate and share resources with other milieu leaders throughout the agency.
Co‑chair treatment team meetings and weekly staff meetings; interface with collateral agencies and various HLW departments to integrate services with educational, medical and clinical disciplines.
Act as an advocate for milieu services and staff; align milieu department needs with agency priorities; serve on agency committees as needed.
Attend conferences and participate in professional development activities.
May be required to carry a mobile device.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree.
4+ years of direct child care experience in a residential setting with a similar population.
2+ years of supervisory experience.
Computer literate, including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer, with the ability to learn new software applications.
Valuing Diversity We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.
What The Home Can Offer You
Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full‑time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days.
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance available.
Extensive training for new staff.
Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,400 per fiscal year.
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match.
Employer‑paid Long‑term and Short‑term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
And more!
Pay Range Positioning Summary The pay range listed represents the company’s good faith estimate of the salary or wage range for this position at the time of posting, as required under applicable law. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s relevant experience, education, skills, and internal equity relative to other employees in similar roles. Candidates with less directly related experience may be placed toward the lower end of the range, while those with extensive or specialized experience may be placed toward the higher end. Market conditions and budget considerations may also influence final pay decisions.
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How You'll Be Making a Difference
Provide individual and team supervision for Residential Supervisors. Hire, train and evaluate staff performance; oversee disciplinary action and terminations.
Provide input regarding salary administration for Supervisors and Counselors.
Hire new counseling staff and coordinate the placement and training of volunteer staff.
As a member of the management team, draft and revise program policies and procedures, monitor the implementation of HLW guidelines.
Coordinate and provide training for staff members.
Provide direct therapeutic care to the residents and TCI crisis intervention as needed, including the use of restraints; lead emergency situations.
Provide on‑call coverage for the program on a rotating basis.
Oversee petty cash system and the processing of bills; authorize expenses.
Review and sign off on all incident reports; participate in gathering information for incidents not handled in a manner consistent with HLW guidelines.
Develop and oversee implementation of behavior management system; monitor its effectiveness.
Ensure a therapeutic environment on the milieu at all times; oversee the planning and coordination of therapeutic activities.
Serve as a leader or chair of a task force or special discipline.
Attend HLW Milieu Leadership meetings once a month and coordinate and share resources with other milieu leaders throughout the agency.
Co‑chair treatment team meetings and weekly staff meetings; interface with collateral agencies and various HLW departments to integrate services with educational, medical and clinical disciplines.
Act as an advocate for milieu services and staff; align milieu department needs with agency priorities; serve on agency committees as needed.
Attend conferences and participate in professional development activities.
May be required to carry a mobile device.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree.
4+ years of direct child care experience in a residential setting with a similar population.
2+ years of supervisory experience.
Computer literate, including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer, with the ability to learn new software applications.
Valuing Diversity We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.
What The Home Can Offer You
Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full‑time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days.
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance available.
Extensive training for new staff.
Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,400 per fiscal year.
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match.
Employer‑paid Long‑term and Short‑term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
And more!
Pay Range Positioning Summary The pay range listed represents the company’s good faith estimate of the salary or wage range for this position at the time of posting, as required under applicable law. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s relevant experience, education, skills, and internal equity relative to other employees in similar roles. Candidates with less directly related experience may be placed toward the lower end of the range, while those with extensive or specialized experience may be placed toward the higher end. Market conditions and budget considerations may also influence final pay decisions.
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