Residential Assistant Program Director (Main)

Communitas, Inc; Melrose (MA); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incremental pay raises based on years

Vacation, sick time, holidays

Medical & dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Communitas, Inc. is hiring a Residential Assistant Program Director (Main Street) in Melrose, MA. The role involves direct personal care, program policy implementation, and overseeing residents' welfare within the residential program.

The candidate should have MAP certification, a high school diploma (BA preferred), and 2+ years of experience with adults with developmental disabilities. Driving record and background checks are required; full-time hours offered.

Qualifications

• Must have MAP certification.
• High school diploma required; BA in Human Services or related field preferred.
• Management or supervisory experience preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities is required.
• Passion and dedication to supporting our people is a must.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and acceptable driving record.
• Must pass company background and reference checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance to people supported consistent with their physical needs and defined support plans.
• Implement policies, practices and procedures of the Residential Program. Protect the rights, freedoms and confidentiality and supervise the medical, nutritional health and general welfare of individuals living within the program.
• Overall supervision of the medical health, nutritional standards, educational and general welfare of the residents. Participate in the development of the Individual Service Plan and its periodic review, in collaboration with other participants.
• Participate in the screening and selection of all individuals being considered for admission to the program, in conjunction with the Program Director and Program Coordinator, as well solicit, screen and interview candidates for staff openings at the program.

Skills

MAP certification

Supervisory experience

Driver's license

Experience with developmental disabil

Education

High school diploma

BA degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Position: Residential Assistant Program Director (Main Street)

Location: Melrose, MA

Pay rate: $23.00 per hour

Hours: Full‑time, 40 hours per week

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance to people supported consistent with their physical needs and defined support plans.
• Implement policies, practices and procedures of the Residential Program. Protect the rights, freedoms and confidentiality and supervise the medical, nutritional health and general welfare of individuals living within the program.
• Overall supervision of the medical health, nutritional standards, educational and general welfare of the residents. Participate in the development of the Individual Service Plan and its periodic review, in collaboration with other participants.
• Participate in the screening and selection of all individuals being considered for admission to the program, in conjunction with the Program Director and Program Coordinator, as well solicit, screen and interview candidates for staff openings at the program.

Qualifications

• Must have active MAP certification.
• High school diploma required; BA degree in Human Services or related field preferred.
• Management or supervisory experience preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities is required.
• Passion and dedication to supporting our people is a must.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and acceptable driving record.
• Must pass company background and reference checks.

Benefits

• Incremental pay increases based on years of service, pending performance evaluations.
• 3 weeks’ vacation, 1 week sick time, and 12 holidays for new full‑time employees.
• Low‑cost benefit plans – medical & dental insurance, employer‑paid life insurance, and long‑term disability coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement eligibility after 90 days of employment.