Director of Support Services

Position Title : Director of Support Services

Classification : Full Time

Status : Exempt

Date Updated : June 2025

Supervision / Authority : Reports to Director of Early Education Services.

Summary : Under direct supervision, the Director is responsible for implementing tasks below while understanding there may be other duties assigned.

Required Education and Experience :

The candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a human service-related field (Psychology, Child Counseling, Social Work, Child Development, etc.); license or certification in the mental health field or ability to obtain license with the State of Michigan, preferred. Master's degree preferred. At least three (3) years of experience working with children and experience in infant mental health; or equivalent combination of related training and experience. At least three (3) years of supervisory experience. No record of abuse / neglect of children or adults; no prior criminal record relative to the position. Must pass pre-employment physical, TB test and get certified in Child and Adult CPR and Basic First Aid. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Essential Functions :

Oversight :

• Provides Early Intervention services and support to children, families and staff to ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards including but not limited to providing consultation in classrooms and home visits, training and coaching team members, referral services, as well as data collection and maintenance.
• Direct oversight of the Support Services Department including but not limited to Support Services Specialists (2), Support Coordinator (1), and Teacher Coach (2).
• Facilitates recruitment of student intern placements.

Data Tracking :

Leadership and Collaboration :