Assistant Program Manager

Support Lives, Build Futures — Residential Counselor Opportunity

Location: Worcester, MA
Schedule: Full-time / 40 hours/week /First & Second Shifts
Salary: The starting rate for this position is $23/hour and is benefits eligible

CRJ’s Disabilities Services supports adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities through specialized programs in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. We offer a range of residential and day programs to support people in the places they want to live and work. We provide care tailored to the needs of individuals we serve; we don’t look to make the individuals fit into our programs.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Join our team as an Assistant Program Manager and help create a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for individuals with disabilities in our group homes, by assisting the Program Manager in areas related to supervision and general operation of the residential program; and by providing direct care supervision to individuals and ensuring that all shifts run smoothly and efficiently.

What You’ll Bring:

• Excellent Problem Solving and Emergency Response Skills
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and negotiation skills
• Strong time management skills
• Attentive listener
• Detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task
• Previous experiences in a human services environment is a plus

What You’ll Do:

Assist the Program Manager in performing the following duties:

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

Travel requirements:

• Minimal Travel

Why Join Us?

• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Meaningful work that impacts lives every day.

Benefits: CRJ offers eligible employees medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off and holidays, life and disability insurance, and a retirement plan with a company match. Additional benefits include tuition assistance, an employee assistance program, training and professional development opportunities, and voluntary benefit options.

Ready to make a difference?
Apply today and become part of a team that values compassion, integrity, excellence, and creativity.