Assistant Residential Program Coordinator

May Institute; Tewksbury (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

403B with employer match

Job summary

The May Institute in Massachusetts is seeking an Assistant Program Coordinator to support adults with autism and developmental disabilities in an on-site adult residential home. You’ll work with the Program Coordinator, help manage daily operations, and begin taking on leadership tasks, including coverage when the PC is off.

This full-time, manager-in-training role emphasizes compassionate, reliable care, strong teamwork, and growth into a management position through paid training and clear

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with 1+ year of licensed driving experience.
• 1+ years supporting individuals with developmental disabilities; crisis intervention experience preferred.
• Interest in developing leadership skills and growing into a management role.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational ability; compassionate and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support while assisting in daily site operations.
• Help coordinate meal prep, shopping, recreation planning, and household organization.
• Support MAP procedures, documentation, and safety protocols.
• Maintain communication with the PC, management, and nursing teams.
• Take on-call responsibilities two days per week and cover the home when the PC is on leave.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Compassionate care

Crisis intervention

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

ASSISTANT PROGRAM COORDINATOR (APC) – Adult Residential Program

Full-Time

Grow. Support. Step into leadership.

As an Assistant Program Coordinator (APC), you’ll partner closely with the Program Coordinator to support individuals with Autism and developmental disabilities and oversee the daily operation of an adult residential home. This is a manager-in-training role designed for someone ready to learn, develop leadership skills, and gradually take on greater responsibility, including running the home when the PC is off.

Your Role

• Provide direct care and support while assisting in daily site operations.
• Help coordinate meal prep, shopping, recreation planning, and household organization.
• Support MAP procedures, documentation, and safety protocols.
• Maintain communication with the PC, management, and nursing teams.
• Take on-call responsibilities two days per week and cover the home when the PC is on leave.

What You Bring

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid and current U.S. driver’s license with 1+ year of licensed driving experience required.
• 1+ years prior experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and implementing crisis intervention/physical management experiencepreferred.
• Interest in developing leadership skills and growing into a management role.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational ability.
• Compassion, reliability, and commitment to supporting adults with diverse needs.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay: $22 per hour ($23 with MAP Certification)
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement & student loan repayment.
• Retirement Planning: 403B with employer match.
• Career Growth: Paid training and advancement pathways.
• Well-Being Support: Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for 24/7 support.
• Flexibility: Dependent care FSA and additional voluntary benefits.

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Tewksbury