Assistant Program Manager — Disability Services Lead

Community Resources For Justice (CRJ); Paxton (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Community Resources For Justice (CRJ) in Paxton, MA is seeking an Assistant Program Manager to support lives and build futures in our group homes. The role focuses on coordinating daily program functions, supervising staff, and ensuring treatment plans are implemented with compassion.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with preferred associate or bachelor’s in human services. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills, experience in behavioral health, and the ability to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s in human services or related field preferred.
• Prior experience in behavioral health or residential settings is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and compassionate in challenging situations.
• Prior experience with electronic documenting and report writing.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Excellent problem solving and emergency response skills.

Responsibilities

• 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 complete and appropriate individual records are maintained in accordance with funding source regulations and Community Strategies policies and procedures.
• Oversee 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 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.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Calm under pressure

Emergency response

Behavioral health experience

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

AA/BA in human services preferred

Job description

Community Resources For Justice (CRJ) in Paxton, MA is seeking an Assistant Program Manager to support lives and build futures in our group homes. The role focuses on coordinating daily program functions, supervising staff, and ensuring treatment plans are implemented with compassion.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with preferred associate or bachelor’s in human services. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills, experience in behavioral health, and the ability to