Day Habilitation Assistant Program Director

Justice Resource Institute Inc; Natick (MA); Sur place; USD 44 000 - 54 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

bilingual bonus for second language

Health benefits including medical and

Résumé du poste

Justice Resource Institute Inc. in Natick, MA is seeking a Day Habilitation Assistant Program Director to lead a dedicated team and oversee daily program operations across multiple sites west of Boston.

The role emphasizes community integration and meaningful activities for adults with developmental disabilities. The position offers full-time in-person work with travel, and a compensation range of $21.00–$26.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human service or related field required.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• At least two years' experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
• First Aid, CPR certification and certification in non-violent crisis intervention required.
• Ability to work independently without a supervisor present.
• Must have valid driver's license and ability to drive clients.

Responsabilités

• Prepare daily schedule, including staff assignments and activities aligned with Day Hab goals.
• Oversee day-to-day operations in the absence of the Program Director.
• Maintain accountability and documentation for individual funds.
• Manage petty cash and submit weekly expenditure reports.
• Coordinate staff training with Program Director and ensure policy compliance.
• Recommend evaluation and training of program staff.
• Upgrade curriculum for group and individual activities.
• Assist Program Director in supervision and training of staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Supervisory experience

Formation

Bachelor's degree in human service or related field

Master's degree in Psychology or Social Work

Outils

First Aid certification

CPR certification

Non-violent crisis intervention certification

Description du poste

Day Habilitation Assistant Program Director

Job Category: Day Services/Day Habilitation

• Posted : October 7, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

Natick, MA 01760, USA

Description

Who We Are Looking For:

Are you the Day Habilitation Assistant Program Director we have been looking for? In this role, you'll have the opportunity to share your passion for helping others, while leading a dynamic team who brings an energetic and positive attitude when working with those in our care!

JRI’s Developing Abilities programs provide comprehensive support for individuals with developmental disabilities, offering services that promote independence, skill development, and community integration.

The Assistant Program Director of Willow Tree Day Habilitation Services will assist the oversite of the day habilitation services at this site for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our day habilitation programs are designed for transition-aged adults and others who benefit from personalized, small-group approach emphasizing community integration and active engagement in meaningful activities.

Schedule: This is a full-time, in-person rolewithtravel. In this role, you will commute between programs locatedWest of Boston andMetroWest Massachusetts. The main office is located in Framingham, MA.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $21.00 to $26.00 per hour. The listed range reflects what we reasonably and in good faith expect to pay for this role at the time of posting the position. The actual compensation an employee is offered may vary based on several factors such as experience, education, licensure, certifications and qualifications. This range may be modified in the future.

In this role, you will:

• Prepare daily schedule, including staff assignments, individuals and group activities that support goals and objectives of the Day Hab Support Plans.
• In absence of Program Director, oversees day-to-day operations of program.
• Maintain accountability and documentation for individual funds.
• Manage program petty cash funds and submits weekly report of expenditures.
• Work with the Program Director to coordinate staff training on site and monitor to ensure compliance with policies.
• Make recommendations regarding evaluation and training of program staff.
• Upgrade curriculum for group and individual activities.
• Assist Program Director in day-to-day supervision and training of staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Why JRI?

• Be who you are! JRI is committed to creating a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and opportunity, where every employee is valued and supported in making a meaningful impact.
• We offer a $2,000 bilingual bonus to new hires who speak a second language fluently, other than English, and will use it to serve our clients!
• Reimbursement is available for employees to cover the registration costs and annual fees for any professional license required for work such as LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, RN and more!
• Access to our excellent Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits.
• Retirement benefits including 401K matched up to $800 a year and pension after 5 years of employment.
• Professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to almost $4000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities!
• Wellness benefits including access to employee engagement groups, self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous paid time off up to 19 days for full time employees in your first year and much more!

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in human service or related field.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• At least two years' experience working with people with Developmental Disabilities.
• First Aid, CPR certification and certification in non-violent crisis intervention and prevention techniques.
• Ability to work independently without a supervisor or other colleagues present.
• At JRI, you will learn to provide the safest therapeutic atmosphere for the people we serve!
• Maintains valid driver’s license and ability to drive consumers in agency vehicles and own a vehicle if necessary.
• Background and driving record checks will be performed.

At JRI, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.

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Preferred

Bachelors or better in Psychology or related field.

Masters or better in Social Work or related field.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Drivers License

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