Residential Assistant Program Manager - Groveland

Turning Point, Inc.; Nirsa; On-site; INR 2,758,000 - 2,889,000; Full time

Job summary

Turning Point, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Program Manager to support the Program Manager in supervising developmentally disabled and/or brain injury–affected individuals in group residences.

The role emphasizes safety, human rights, ISP goals, and staff oversight. The position is nonexempt and hourly, with a schedule including weekdays, one weekend shift, and a second shift; MAP certification and training are required within set timeframes.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or college courses preferred. High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving; CORI and DPPC Abuser Registry checks will be completed.
• MAP certification required within 90 days of hire; extension may be required.
• Current First Aid and CPR certifications required; ability to obtain PABC cert.

Responsibilities

• Direct Support duties across residents’ daily living activities.
• Assist Program Manager in maintaining safety, human rights and ISP goals in a licensed setting.
• Ensure staff follow agency policies and program objectives.
• Coordinate meals and dietary choices per physician orders.

Skills

Direct support

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Driving

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MAP certification

First Aid

CPR certification

Microsoft Office

Job description

Assistant Program Manager

Position Summary

Fulfills programmatic responsibilities by taking a leadership role in assisting the Program Manager in providing supports and supervision to developmentally disabled and/or individuals with traumatic brain injury residing in group residences. Maintains the safety and Human Rights of the individuals being supported, as well as implementing Individual Service Plans (ISP) goals and strategies of Turning Point, Inc.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

None

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under direction of a Residential Program Manager

COMPENSATION CLASSIFICATION:

Nonexempt, hourly position. $21.00 per hour; $22.00 per hour with MAP certification

Responsibilities

• All Direct Support responsibilities.
• Assists the Program Manager in maintaining a safe environment and ensures the Human Rights and Safety of individuals are being met in a residential setting licensed by the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) or Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC)
• Ensures all program staff follow all agency and program philosophy, goals, and objectives
• Assists and supervises individuals with all activities of daily living including, but not limited to: hygiene, household chores, cooking, shopping, banking and community activities
• Upholds the values and culture of PBS while ensuring that PBS interventions are implemented with integrity.
• Assist Program Manager in the planning of menus to ensure that physician ordered diets are followed and help the Program Manager to ensure individuals make good dietary nutritional choices
• Assists individuals to medical, dental, psychiatric and other appointments, as assigned by the Program Manager
• Follows all behavior plans and maintains required data collection. Assists Program Manager by role modeling required behavior plans and interventions, as well as helping staff to understand and execute all behavior plans and ISP goals/ strategies for each individual
• Completes all documentation in a timely manner, including, but not limited to communication logs, shifts notes, incident reports, restraint forms, MAP documentation, etc.
• Takes lead in helping program staff follow the program’s operational policies and procedures, as directed by the Program Manager and/or Coordinator
• Assists Program Manager with interviewing of new candidates or internal employees. May sit in on performance and development goals meetings
• Under the direction of Program Manager, assists in the training and orientation of new program staff, as well as the clarification of program policies and procedures for new and existing staff
• Engages in a positive manner with the individuals, their families and/or guardians, providers, and other staff and management
• Attends monthly team meetings
• Maintains current CPR, First Aid, and MAP certification, as well as PABC as applicable.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Program Manager and/or Coordinator
• Schedule will include working one 9am-5pm day, Monday through Friday, to work with the Program Manager regarding administrative tasks (payroll, HCSIS, money management, understanding the MAP process, etc.). Schedule will also include one weekend shift and second shift hours. No overnight shifts will be part of the schedule.
• The Assistant Program Manager will be expected to represent the program as the Human Rights Officer and Fire Safety Officer
• Drives company vehicle to transport individuals to various locations.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license at all times
• Obey all traffic laws and regulations
• Will not engage in any form of distracted driving (texting, phone use without hands free technology, etc.)
• Will not operate vehicle under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any substance that may impair your ability to drive safely

Qualifications

• Associates degree or college courses preferred. High school diploma or G.E.D preferred
• Provide a valid driver’s license for verification prior to beginning employment when driving is required for the position. CORI and DPPC Abuser Registry checks will be completed prior to beginning of work and continued employment, as required by the position responsibilities and company policies. Fingerprinting must be completed within 2 to 3 weeks of hire.
• A minimum of (5) five years’ direct support residential experience and/or closely related experience working with developmentally disabled individuals and/or individuals with traumatic brain injury
• A working knowledge behavior plans for developmentally disabled individuals and/or individuals with traumatic brain injury, as required by the position
• Prior staff training and/or leadership experience is desirable
• Must possess current First Aid and CPR, and any other certifications as required for the specific position prior to physically beginning first shift in program and continuing of employment. Ability to obtain a Positive Behavioral Supports certification and maintain PABC certification as required by program.
• MAP certification required within 90 days of hire* subject to availability of training. (extension may be required for up to 3 attempts of passing final exam). If unable to obtain MAP certification within 90 days of hire*, you will be asked to drop to the role of Direct Support or Relief
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Solid math and computer skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook is a plus
• Responsible for arriving on time and adhering to all program policies and procedures and completion of job tasks
• Ability to engage positively with individuals, their families/guardians, providers, other staff, and management, and role model this behavior for other program staff
• Able to display patience, as well as good comprehension and problem solving skills
• Work in a positive fashion as member of program staff

Physical Requirements

• Must have the physical ability to stand and walk frequently during the day, engage in repeated stooping or bending at the waist, AND
• Ability to go up and down stairs several times during the shift
• Occasional lifting will be required depending on the individuals supported
• Must be able to safely support, pivot, physically move or assist a person weighing up to 100+ lbs. (as determined by the individuals supported) during daily living activities, with or without assistance
• Must be able to physically ensure the safety of all individuals in the program by participating in established behavioral interventions, as required
• Ability to drive 4-6 passenger van for transportation of individuals to day programs, community activities and other engagements, as required
• Standing/Walking: 50% or more
• Lifting: 30% or more of individuals (up to 100+ lbs.)
• Twist/Turn/Squat: 30% or more
• Forearm Rotation: 20% or more
• Transportation: 2-3 hours per day (# of total hours vary depending on shifts)