Assistant Program Director - Lafayette Street

Ne Arc; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities. As an Assistant Program Director, you'll play a crucial role in supporting residents in their daily lives, ensuring their health and wellness while fostering independence. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community, providing essential support and guidance to individuals in a residential setting. If you're passionate about making a difference and have the skills to help others thrive, this role is perfect for you. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and be part of a team that values inclusion and diversity.

Benefits

Generous time off

Health Insurance

Life insurance

Other benefits

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED and 3 years experience in Human Services preferred.
• Maintain required certifications including First Aid, CPR, and MAPs.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support and ensure the well-being of residents.
• Complete necessary documentation and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Skills

Human Service Experience

Communication Skills

Physical Intervention

Training and Supervision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

3 years Human Service Experience

Tools

First Aid

CPR

MAP Certification

Job description

Why have a job when you can have a purpose?

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We are looking for someone who can truly identify with our mission and project the organization's passion for what we do and who we serve among the community to join our Residential Services team as an Assistant Program Director at our Salem home.

Pay rate: $23.50 with MAP certification - Hours: Monday through Friday 12:00 pm- 8:00 pm

About the Home: Job Summary:
The Assistant Program Director provides quality living support and is always responsive to individuals and staff. It fulfills programmatic responsibilities teaches and facilitates choices for individuals residing in NeArc residential homes and within their communities. Assist with the day-to-day operation of the residence.

Major Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate knowledge of and implement Northeast Arc Policy and Procedures, including the Code of Conduct, Residential Division Standards and Funding Source Regulations.
• Ensure that the human, civil and legal rights of all individuals are protected. Follow DPPC and mandated reporting guidelines. Teach and promote dignity, choices and reasonable risk with individuals.
• Provide hands-on support at the home, including individualized supports in transferring, bathing and grooming, and following specific dining protocols and treatments.
• Ensure self and staff have required trainings. Assist in training DSPs on house systems and the unique needs of each individual, including providing on-site supervision and support to staff.
• Complete ISP documentation, incident reporting and other necessary documentation in accordance with Northeast Policies and Procedures and funding Regulations.
• Communicate effectively, in both written and oral formats, with necessary people, including individuals supported, medical professionals, families, guardians, agencies and Day Services staff.
• Provide assistance in the scheduling of staff and appointments; provide assistance in payroll as assigned.

Requirements:

• HS Diploma/GED and or 3 years Human Service Experience or DSP
• Maintain certifications as required in Northeast Arc Policy and Procedures, including but not exclusive to: First Aid, CPR, MAPs, Vehicle Safety, UP, Human Rights Officer and Formal Fire Safety Trained. Maintain a valid Massachusetts driver’s license.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, stand for periods of time, bend, push wheelchairs, provide physical intervention as necessary and be able to lift and/or transfer individuals.
• Works in the community in a home setting with either multiple residents or someone who lives independently.
• Prior HHA or DSP experience is desirable but not required.

What We Offer You!

• Generous time off (holiday, vacation, sick)
• Health Insurance
• Life insurance
• Other benefits

Northeast Arc is one of the largest employers on the North Shore, and we pride ourselves on offering a comprehensive and excellent benefits package.

The Northeast Arc is a premier provider of services that help people with disabilities become full participants in the community, choosing for themselves how to live, learn, work, socialize, and play. We were founded in 1954 by courageous and determined parents who wanted to ensure that their children and others with disabilities will always have every opportunity to thrive in the community. Come join one of Massachusetts' most established, innovative, and passionate organizations.

When you work for Northeast Arc you’re joining a purpose-driven team dedicated to creating inclusive communities for people with disabilities. We’re a diverse workforce united by the common goal of changing lives and discovering abilities for the people we support.

A Job with a Purpose

Employment at Northeast Arc is more than just a job — so much more. We are a mission-driven agency committed to changing lives and discovering abilities. Whether it’s the individuals we serve or our employees who support them, we know that each person has a unique set of skills and contributions to make. We value the individual perspectives, cultures and approaches that our employees bring to make us one of the most innovative organizations in human services.

At Northeast Arc we celebrate our differences in all forms and are committed to creating an inclusive community for our employees and the individuals we serve. Inclusion is our mission, and it informs every aspect of our agency.