Assistant Program Manager

Advocates; City Mills (MA); On-site; USD 23,014 - 32,778; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employment perks

Opportunities for advancement

Healthy work-life balance

Job summary

Advocates is seeking an Assistant Program Manager in City Mills, Massachusetts to support supervisory responsibilities in a group home environment. The ideal candidate will assist the Program Manager, promote self-advocacy among individuals with developmental disabilities, and maintain a respectful atmosphere. Qualifications include a High School Diploma/GED and two years of related experience. This position offers a starting rate of $20.25/hour and supports a work-life balance with many generous employment perks.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ related experience required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and access to an insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the supervision of Direct Support staff.
• Develop and monitor community-centered opportunities for individuals.
• Schedule and attend necessary appointments for individuals.
• Complete documentation and progress notes as needed.
• Audit individual financial records and assist with business reports.

Skills

Effective communication

Judgment

Basic computer knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

Starting rate: $20.25/hour

The Assistant Program Manager will assist the Program Manager with supervisory responsibilities within a group home setting. This role will also ensure the smooth operation of caregiver services provided by Direct Support staff to adults who identify with developmental disabilities.

Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for advancement. We are a strong-knit community that values the ideas and contributions of our staff.

Are you ready to make a difference?

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/GED

Shift

Second Shift

Additional Shift Details

Monday Thru Friday 3-11p (some flexibility is offered)

Responsibilities

• Ensure that individuals we support are treated with dignity and respect.
• Assist with the supervision of staff. Assist staff in promoting self-advocacy, decision-making and empowerment, and developing person-centered goals and strategies.
• Develop and monitor creative and interesting community-centered opportunities for all individuals.
• Schedule and attend individuals’ medical, dental, psychiatric and any other necessary appointments, as needed.
• Complete progress notes and other documentation as necessary.
• Monitor scheduling of staff to ensure economy and program coverage.
• Audit individual financial records and assist with monthly business reports (petty cash, spending reports, etc.).
• Ensure accuracy of medication administration following MAP procedures.
• Lead and attend staff meetings as appropriate.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent degree and two years’ related experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and to exercise sound judgement.
• Must have basic computer knowledge.
• Must hold a valid driver's license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport clients.
• Strongly prefer a candidate that will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.