Assistant Program Coordinator - Worcester Respite

Open-Sky-Community-Services; Brittan Square (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent supervision

Paid time off (29 days in first year)

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

403b with employer match

Life Insurance (Employer-Paid)

Job summary

Open Sky Community Services is seeking an Assistant Program Coordinator for its Respite Programs in Central Massachusetts. The role collaborates with Residential Counselors to support adults with mental health and/or substance use diagnoses and provides direct supervision to overnight staff (non-overnight position).

The job includes administrative tasks such as scheduling, budgeting and team meetings, plus assisting with activities of daily living, transport, documentation and group therapy.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Lead alongside Residential Counselors to provide direct support to people served.
• Provide direct supervision to overnight staff (note: this is not an overnight shift).
• Assist with program scheduling, budgets and team meetings.
• Participate in on-call rotation and assist with activities of daily living and transportation when needed.

Skills

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Open to new opportunities

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Job description

Job Description:Open Sky's Respite Programs are short-term group living environments that provide treatment of intermittent crisis and stabilization for adults who are diagnosed with a mental health and/or substance use disorder. The goal of the Respite program is to work collaboratively with individuals to develop skills to maintain their independence in the community and live a life that is not defined by their mental illness.The Assistant Program Coordinator takes on a leadership role working alongside Residential Counselors to provide direct support to people served and provides direct supervision to the overnight staff (this is not an overnight position). They also provide administrative assistance to the Program Coordinator and assist with program scheduling, budgets and team meetings.Other Key Responsibilities:Assist with Activities of Daily Living, which includes direct care duties, hygiene (personal care), lifting, assisting with transfers, medication administration, documentation, assisting with group therapy, transportation, behavioral intervention, role modeling, and recreational activities.Implement activities that facilitate the development of valued roles and personal relationships in the community.Assist with staff supervision and other assigned meetings.Participate in on-call rotation.The organization recognizes skills, location, training and population served in certain programs by offering an additional hourly differential. Ask your recruiter if this position qualifies for an additional hourly differential!QualificationsHigh 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 - 22.64About 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 OpportunitiesGenerous 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 Plan403b Retirement Plan with Employer MatchLife Insurance (100% Employer-Paid)Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness ProgramAnd 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.