Assistant Residential Director (Children’s Special Education Residential School)

Salary: $62,000 per year

Location: Greenfield, NH

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with neurodevelopmental disabilities? We’re seeking a dedicated Assistant Residential Director to join our leadership team at Crotched Mountain School, a program of Seven Hills New Hampshire.

About Crotched Mountain School:

Crotched Mountain School (CMS), a program of Seven Hills New Hampshire, hosts innovative special education, recreation, arts, music, and vocational programming for students, aged 5-21, who are on the autism spectrum, and/or have disabilities and other challenges that are better supported in an alternative, least-restrictive environment to their local public school system. Students have the option to live year-round in the appointed residences on the sprawling campus located in Greenfield, New Hampshire. Situated on thousands of acres of preserved habitat, CMS offers a therapeutic environment in which students are encouraged to explore and thrive.

Crotched Mountain School & Village Offers Exceptional Benefits for Full-Time Employees:

• Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution!
• Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure!
• Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!
• Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!
• Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!
• Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!
• Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year!
• Vacation Cash-Out Option
• 3 Paid Personal Days
• 11 Paid Holidays 
• Accrued Paid Sick Time

About the Role:

As the Assistant Residential Director, you will provide supervision and leadership to our residential team, ensuring a safe, therapeutic environment for all students. You’ll play a critical role in overseeing treatment services, managing staff development, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Supervision: Direct and support team leaders, case managers, and direct care staff to ensure the highest standard of care.
• Student Care: Promote positive staff-student interactions and ensure all services align with individual treatment plans.
• Staff Development: Oversee staff training, development, and performance evaluations.
• Program Oversight: Lead treatment planning, therapeutic programming, and ensure compliance with behavioral intervention policies.
• Policy & Compliance: Ensure all residential programs meet licensing and regulatory standards.
• Safety & Facilities: Maintain a clean, safe, and therapeutic living environment for students.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Counseling, or related field.
• 4+ years of residential management experience. (Or equivalent combination of degree/experience).
• Strong knowledge of interdisciplinary team leadership, treatment planning, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in staff development and creating positive team dynamics.
• Familiarity with state licensing requirements and behavioral intervention strategies.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Ongoing professional development
• The opportunity to positively impact the lives of students and their families

If you’re ready to lead with compassion and inspire a positive, therapeutic environment for our children, we’d love to hear from you!