Residential Service Division Director

Job Description

Job Description

RESIDENTIAL SERVICES DIVISION DIRECTOR

Do you want to make a difference?

Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of our community members.

At Blue Water Developmental Housing, Inc., we embrace person-centered planning to empower individuals to create their own service plans, promoting choice and self-determination. Embark on a rewarding career path with opportunities for growth and development. For more than 45 years, Blue Water Developmental Housing, Inc. has employed a dedicated team of over 300 individuals across St. Clair County and Macomb County.

Blue Water Developmental Housing, Inc. is seeking an experienced and mission-driven Residential Services Division Director to oversee the operations, compliance, and leadership of our licensed group home programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Residential Services Division, including program operations, policy oversight, and personnel supervision.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory requirements (CMH, DCH, DHS, licensing).
• Oversee Residential Supervisors and support consistent implementation of treatment plans and quality programming.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director, Administrative Team, community partners, and regulatory agencies.
• Participate in budgeting, strategic planning, accreditation, and organizational initiatives.
• Maintain safe, well-operated homes, vehicles, and facilities.
• Serve as a 24-hour on-call resource for emergencies related to residential programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Services or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 3 years of management experience.
• Strong leadership, administrative, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and rights systems applicable to residential services.
• Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation.
• Successful criminal background check.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision
• 401k
• Employee appreciation gifts
• Holiday pay on designated holidays
• Length of service awards
• $10,000 life insurance policy
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid training opportunities
• Management succession planning program
• Advancement opportunities
• Sick pay
• Vacation pay

Shift
1 full-time position, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, generally 8 am-4:30 pm

Rate of Pay (commensurate with experience and education)

$55,738- $84,586.41 potential for pay increases with length of service.

Why Join Us?

• Leadership role with meaningful impact on the individuals we serve.
• Supportive, collaborative administrative team.
• Opportunity to guide division-wide strategy, quality, and service excellence.