Assistant Program Director - Topsfield

Northeast Arc; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in residential support is seeking a full-time Assistant Program Director to enhance quality living supports. This role includes providing hands-on care, maintaining documentation, and assisting with day-to-day operations at the home, promoting growth and independence for individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Experience in a direct support role with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support including assistance with daily living activities.
• Document accurately in logs and health records.
• Administer medications according to policies.

Skills

Support individuals with disabilities

Documentation and record keeping

Crisis intervention

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associates or Bachelor's in relevant field

Job description

Our Residential department is seeking a full-time Assistant Program Director to join our team at one of our Topsfield homes.

Schedule: Monday 7 am - 3 pm, Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm, Wednesday 7 am - 3 pm, Thursday 9 am - 5 pm, and Friday 7 am - 3 pm.

Pay Rate: $27.00 to $27.50 with MAPs.

Job Summary: To provide quality living supports and be responsive to individuals and staff at all times. Teach, support, and facilitate choices for people in their homes and communities. Assist with the day-to-day operation of the home.

Major Responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on support at the home, including individualized supports in transferring, bathing, grooming, and following specific dining protocols and treatments.
• Document accurately and thoroughly, including in Inter-Team Communication Logs, Health Records, Daily Data Books, and Fire Drill Logs as outlined in Northeast Arc Policy and Procedures.
• Provide individuals with opportunities for growth, including learning new skills and increasing independence.
• Participate in Supervision, Staff Meetings, QAs, and other meetings/trainings as deemed necessary.
• Ensure self and staff have the required trainings. Assist in training DSPs on house systems and individual needs, including providing on-site supervision and support.
• Administer medications according to Northeast Arc Policies and Procedures and MAPs Regulations.
• Support doctor appointments, ER, and hospital visits, and contact on-call nursing appropriately.
• Maintain the home and agency vehicles through seasonal maintenance, routine cleaning, and immediate reporting of issues or concerns.
• Complete ISP documentation, incident reports, and other necessary documentation in accordance with Northeast Policies and Procedures and funding Regulations.
• Maintain and review records for individual and house bank accounts, and assist with Rep Payee and entitlement paperwork as assigned.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed. Report critical issues immediately and complete required documentation.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED required. Associates or Bachelor's in relevant field preferred.
• Prior experience in a direct support role working with individuals with disabilities.
• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

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