Assistant Program Coordinator- New Bedford

May Institute; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

403B with employer match

Career growth

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

May Institute in New Bedford, MA is seeking an Assistant Program Coordinator to support individuals with autism and developmental disabilities in an adult residential home. This manager-in-training role works closely with the Program Coordinator and may run the home when the PC is off.

You will provide direct care, help coordinate meal prep, shopping, recreation, and household organization, maintain MAP procedures, and communicate with the PC, management, and nursing teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with 1+ year driving experience required.
• 1+ year experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and experience in crisis intervention/physical management preferred.
• Interest in developing leadership skills and growing into a management role.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support while assisting in daily site operations.
• Help coordinate meal prep, shopping, recreation planning, and household organization.
• Support MAP procedures, documentation, and safety protocols.
• Maintain communication with the Program Coordinator, management, and nursing teams.
• Take on-call responsibilities two days per week and cover the home when the Program Coordinator is on leave.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Crisis intervention

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Assistant Program Coordinator- New Bedford

New Bedford, MA, USA

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 3, 2026 at 4:00 AM

ASSISTANT PROGRAM COORDINATOR | Adult Residential Program

New Bedford, MA | Full-Time

Grow. Support. Step into leadership.

As an Assistant Program Coordinator (APC), you’ll partner closely with the Program Coordinator to support individuals with Autism and developmental disabilities and oversee the daily operation of an adult residential home. This is a manager-in-training role designed for someone ready to learn, develop leadership skills, and gradually take on greater responsibility, including running the home when the PC is off.

Your Role

• Provide direct care and support while assisting in daily site operations.
• Help coordinate meal prep, shopping, recreation planning, and household organization.
• Support MAP procedures, documentation, and safety protocols.
• Maintain communication with the PC, management, and nursing teams.
• Take on-call responsibilities two days per week and cover the home when the PC is on leave.

What You Bring

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with 1+ year of licensed driving experience required.
• 1+ years of prior experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and implementing crisis intervention/physical management experiencepreferred.
• Interest in developing leadership skills and growing into a management role.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational ability.
• Compassion, reliability, and commitment to supporting adults with diverse needs.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay: $22 per hour ($23 with MAP Certification)
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement Planning: 403B with employer match.
• Career Growth: Paid training and advancement pathways.
• Well-Being Support: Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for 24/7 support.
• Flexibility: Dependent care FSA and additional voluntary benefits.

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