Wediko Children's Services · 3 days ago
Milieu Director (Therapeutic After School Program)
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expWediko Children's Services is seeking a Milieu Director for their Therapeutic After School Program, which focuses on providing specialized and supportive services to youth. The role involves supervising staff, coordinating program policies, and ensuring a therapeutic environment for residents.
Mental Health Care
Responsibilities
Provide individual and team supervision for Residential Counselors. Hire, train and evaluate staff performance; oversee disciplinary action and terminations. Provide input regarding salary administration. Hire new counseling staff. 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 THLW 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; assume a leadership role in managing emergency situations
Review incident reports; participate in the gathering of information for incidents not handled in a manner consistent with The Home's guidelines
Develop and oversee implementation of behavior management system. Monitor the effectiveness of behavior management strategies
Ensure a therapeutic environment on the milieu at all times. Ensure that therapeutic activities are planned at all necessary times and oversee the coordination of these activities
Oversee and monitor shift documentation and reports
Oversee implementation of Restorative Practices within the program on youth and staff levels
May provide medical administration per MAP protocol
Qualification
Required
Equivalent to Bachelor's degree
Driver's license in good standing required
At least 4 years' plus direct child care experience in a residential setting with emotionally challenged children
2 plus years' of supervisory experience
Benefits
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance available
Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days
Extensive training to 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
Company
Wediko Children's Services
Wediko Children’s Services is a non-profit organization committed to improving children’s lives.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase