CBYCS Site Director |Worcester

Why Work for Gandara:

Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration! Whether that is in an entry level or leadership role, Gandara will provide the tools and resources to better enhance your career growth. The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission. There is grand landscape of opportunities that supports the community we serve, so Join the Gándara team today!

Benefits:

• Retirement Plan 403(b)


• Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance


• Paid vacations


• Paid holidays


• 8 discretionary days


• Mileage Reimbursement

• Salary Range: $85,000 - $90,000

Additional Benefits:

• Career Growth Opportunities


• Culturally Diverse population


• Clinical Licensing Support

Job Title : Site Director | Worcester 

Work Location : Worcester MA 

*Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply 

*EOE M/F/D/V

*Union/Non-Union

Job Summary: 

The Site Director will focus on strategic growth, marketing, and workforce development, ensuring the site is well-positioned to expand services, recruit and retain top talent, and deliver high-quality, culturally responsive care to children, youth, and families. Provide strategic direction and operational oversight for current site programs while supporting the successful launch and integration of any new site programs.
- Develop and execute growth strategies to expand client access, increase referrals, and strengthen community presence.
- Partner with the CBYCS Regional Director and Statewide Program Directors to align site operations with agency-wide goals, compliance standards, and performance specifications.
- Lead cross-program collaboration to ensure seamless service delivery and integrated care for children and families.

Qualifications 

- Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field required.
- Independent licensure in Massachusetts required (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent).
- Minimum 5 years of supervisory/management experience in behavioral health or human services.
- Demonstrated experience with program development, expansion, and staff recruitment.
- Strong knowledge of CBHI service array (IHT, TM, S&S, CSA, FIT) and Massachusetts performance specifications.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Bilingual (Spanish, Portuguese, or Cape Verdean Creole) preferred, given the communities served.

- Strategic Leadership – Ability to design and implement growth plans that expand program reach and impact.
- Staff Development – Skilled at mentoring, supervising, and supporting clinical and non-clinical staff.
- Marketing & Outreach – Builds strong community relationships and promotes program visibility.
- Collaboration – Works effectively across programs, departments, and external agencies.
- Cultural Responsiveness – Commitment to serving diverse communities with sensitivity and respect.