Assistant Program Manager

Community Resources for Justice; Paxton (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Resources for Justice in Paxton, Massachusetts is seeking a Residential Program Staff to assist the Program Manager with supervision and general operations.

This role involves providing direct care, managing program funds, and engaging in staff training. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and problem-solving skills.

Qualified applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, color, or gender identity.

Qualifications

• Excellent problem-solving and emergency response skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and able to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Program Manager in program operations and staff supervision.
• Ensure proper maintenance of individual records.
• Dispense medications as per requirements.

Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Detail Oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

Assists the Program Manager in areas related to supervision and general operation of the residential program. Provides direct care supervision to individuals and ensures shifts run smoothly and efficiently.

• Assist the Program Manager in performing the following duties:
• Coordinates and supervises daily programmatic functions including supervision/oversight of staff, upkeep of the residence and implementation of all aspects of individual treatment plans.
• Ensures that complete and appropriate individual records are maintained in accordance with funding source regulations and Community Strategies policies and procedures.
• Oversee the development and implementation of behavior plans, ISP objectives and all other aspects of residential programming.
• Participate in the training of all new employees.
• Manages program funds and supervises personal finances for all clients.
• Dispenses medications per MAP requirements as needed.
• Engages in the upkeep of the residence.
• Ensures adequate program coverage and supervision.
• Ensure that duties and responsibilities are carried out in a supportive and professional manner.
• Attend appropriate meetings as directed.
• Conduct physical restraints as needed.
• Extended standing, sitting and lifting as needed.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent Problem Solving and Emergency Response Skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and negotiation skills
• Attentive listener
• Detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Previous experiences in a human service environment a plus
• Minimal Travel

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice based on business needs.