Assistant Program Director

Gro HR Consulting
Reading, MA, US
$21 an hour
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

About us!

Empowering People. Supporting Independence. Inspiring Dreams.

Here at Communitas, we are dedicated to delivering individualized, family-centered services, programs, and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, throughout their life span and in their communities.

Why work for us?

As a Communitas employee, you are the heart, soul, and foundation of our agency’s mission and contribute to a positive, meaningful, and lasting impact in the lives of others.

We want to welcome you to a workplace dedicated to rewarding our valued employees for their commitment, and supporting their well-being through efforts such as :

Competitive Tiered Pay Rates Low-Cost Benefits Flexible Schedules Opportunities for Advancement

Quarterly Appreciation Events Tuition Reimbursement Supportive Coworkers Compassion-centric Environment

The role!

Position : Residential Assistant Program Director

Location : Reading, MA

Pay rate : $21.00 per hour

Hours : Full-time, 40 hours per week

Benefits of Working for us!

Pay increases after 1 year and 3 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

Potential for shuttle transportation to employment program from identified community locations

Summary & Responsibilities

The Assistant Program Director is responsible for supporting the Director in the day-to-day operations of the program, including implementing agency policy and practice and ensuring compliance with the statutory requirements of the DDS.

Providing personal care and assistance to the people supported consistent with both their physical needs and defined support plans.

Implementing policies, practices and procedures of the Residential Program. This position protects the rights, freedoms and confidentiality and supervises 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.

Participating 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 soliciting, screening, and interviewing 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 year of experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities is required

A 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

Check out our website : https : / / communitasma.org /

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