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Amherst College

Christian Chaplain (Casual)

Amherst, MA · On-site

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The Christian Chaplain serves a vital function in the Center for Religious and Spiritual Life (RSL ... retreats • Participates in College committees as eligible and able • Makes provision for ...

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As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for retreat center director in Springfield, MA is $61,624.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,800.00 and $64,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Retreat Center Director oversees the operations, programs, and staff of a retreat center, ensuring a welcoming and fulfilling experience for guests. They manage budgets, coordinate events, and maintain the facility while aligning activities with the center’s mission. Responsibilities often include marketing, fundraising, and staff development. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills are essential to succeed in this role.

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Program Director, Mobile and Site-based Respite Services

South Hadley, MA • On-site

Center for Human Development (Massachusetts)
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$75K - $85K/hr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Program Director – The Retreat at Hampshire Woods

Location: South Hadley, MA

Pay Range: $75,000 – $85,000/ year

At the Center for Human Development (CHD), Care Finds a Way. We are seeking an experienced, visionary clinical and programmatic leader to oversee an innovative respite service located in South Hadley, MA: The Retreat at Hampshire Woods.

The Retreat offers a nontraditional, home-like, and holistic therapeutic space for adults facing mental health or substance use concerns. As an effective alternative to hospitalization, our program provides five onsite residential beds along with mobile services delivered directly in the home or setting of the individual's choice.

From peer-led support and mindfulness activities (like yoga, movement, and expressive arts) to clinical groups focusing on trauma, emotional intelligence, and stress management, we offer a warm, flexible bridge between inpatient and outpatient care.

The Opportunity: Innovate, Lead, and Empower

As Program Director, you will provide administrative and clinical leadership for this vital 5-bed residential and mobile respite service supporting individuals referred through the Department of Mental Health (DMH).

You will shape the program's culture, oversee operations, and ensure our multidisciplinary team delivers trauma-informed, person-centered care that aligns with our core treatment philosophy.

Key Responsibilities

  • Program & Operational Leadership: Oversee daily operations for both residential and mobile components, ensuring compliance with licensing, accrediting bodies, and quality standards.
  • Team Development: Lead the hiring, onboarding, training, and administrative supervision of clinical and residential staff.
  • Fiscal & Administrative Oversight: Develop and manage program budgets, track electronic health records (EHR), and oversee quality and compliance reporting.
  • Relationship & Community Building: Cultivate strong working relationships with regional and state funding sources, community partners, and internal CHD teams.
  • Crisis Management & Support: Utilize strong clinical expertise to navigate crisis situations and guide the team in evidence-based frameworks.
  • Qualifications
  • Licensure: Valid MA License required (LMHC, LCSW, or LICSW).
  • Education: Master’s Degree in a human services-related field required.
  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in behavioral health, mental health, or respite settings.
  • Clinical & Leadership Skills: Strong background in evidence-based clinical frameworks, crisis management, electronic health records, and community resource navigation.
  • Relationship Building: Demonstrated ability to foster strong internal and external partnerships.

Care Finds a Way

At CHD, celebrating differences is a daily practice. We are committed to promoting the dignity, welfare, and self-determination of the individuals we serve across all our community-based programs.

Connect with our team today! If you are a passionate clinical leader ready to build a healing, innovative environment at The Retreat at Hampshire Woods, apply today to join our team!

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