Assistant Program Coordinator - Highland Avenue

Open Sky Community Services; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403b retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Open Sky Community Services in Fitchburg, MA is seeking an Assistant Program Coordinator to lead and support overnight staff while delivering person-centered services to individuals served.

You will assist with staffing schedules, program operations, and budget tasks, ensuring compliance and high-quality service. The role offers opportunities for professional growth and a collaborative, trauma-informed work culture.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, required.
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record, required.
• Reliability, willingness to learn, and being open to new opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide services and supports to individuals served while overseeing overnight staff.
• Assist with staffing schedules, program operations, and budget-related tasks.
• Complete required documentation and support delivery of individual and group-based services.

Skills

Leadership

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Open Sky provides person-centered services designed to help individuals achieve their goals, build independence, and thrive within their communities. Through evidence-based practices, compassionate support, and collaborative care, we empower the people we serve to strengthen their skills, enhance their well‑being, and develop meaningful connections and natural supports. Our multidisciplinary teams work together to deliver high‑quality services tailored to each individual's unique strengths, needs, and aspirations.

Job Description

Open Sky provides person-centered services designed to help individuals achieve their goals, build independence, and thrive within their communities. Through evidence-based practices, compassionate support, and collaborative care, we empower the people we serve to strengthen their skills, enhance their well‑being, and develop meaningful connections and natural supports. Our multidisciplinary teams work together to deliver high‑quality services tailored to each individual's unique strengths, needs, and aspirations.

The Assistant Program Coordinator serves in a leadership role, working alongside direct support staff to provide services and supports to individuals served while overseeing and supervising overnight staff. They also provide administrative support to the Program Coordinator, including assisting with staffing schedules, program operations, and budget‑related tasks.

Other Key Responsibilities

• Complete required documentation and support the delivery of individual and group‑based services, transportation, behavioral support, skill development, mentoring, and recreational activities.
• Implement activities that promote community engagement, relationship building, personal growth, and the development of valued social roles.
• Assist in the development and implementation of individualized service, support, and goal plans.
• Participate in the program's on‑call rotation.

The organization recognizes skills, location, training, and program responsibilities by offering additional hourly differentials for certain positions. Ask your recruiter if this position qualifies for an additional hourly differential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, required.
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record, required.
• Reliability, willingness to learn, and being open to new opportunities.

Pay Range

$22.64-$25.45

About Us

At Open Sky Community Services, we open our doors, hearts, and minds to the belief that every individual, regardless of perceived limitations, deserves the chance to live a productive and fulfilling life.

Open Sky is on an anti‑racist journey, committed to learning, living, and breathing inclusion, opportunity, diversity, racial equity, and justice for ALL.

At Open Sky, you’ll join over 1,300 compassionate and highly trained professionals who put innovative, evidence‑based practices to work in ways that positively impact our communities across Central Massachusetts and beyond.

As a trauma‑informed organization, Open Sky strives for transparency and sensitivity to the experiences of those we interact with. Self‑care is encouraged, and we are committed to providing a positive work culture that is focused on continuous learning and the value of diverse perspectives.

Open Sky is proud to be an industry leader in pay and benefits. Open the Door to Possibility and begin your career with Open Sky today!

Benefits Of Working For Open Sky Include

• Excellent Supervision (Individual and Group), Professional Development, and Training Opportunities
• Generous paid time off plan – you start with 29 days (almost 6 weeks!) in your first year, including 12 paid holidays. Increases to 32 days in your 2nd year, and the current maximum is 43 days (OVER 8 WEEKS!)
• We pay for your higher education! Ask about our Tuition Reimbursement Program, and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Prescription Plan
• 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Life Insurance (100% Employer-Paid)
• Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• And more!

Open Sky celebrates diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, or disabled Veteran status.