Assistant Program Manager
Advocates
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Job overview
Advocates is hiring an Assistant Program Manager. The Assistant Program Manager will support the Program Manager in supervising a group home, ensuring smooth caregiver services for adults with developmental disabilities, and contributing to person‑centered care and community opportunities.
Key focus areas include Ensure individuals are treated with dignity and respect, Assist with supervision of staff and promote self‑advocacy, and Develop and monitor community‑centered opportunities.
Important skills include Basic Computer Knowledge, Communicate Effectively Verbally And In Writing, and Sound Judgement. Preferred (not required): Understanding Of Culturally Diverse Populations.
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Starting Rate: $20.25/hour
Schedule: Tuesday through Friday 2:30pm-10:30pm and Saturday 8:30am-4:30pm.
The Assistant Program Manager will assist the Program Manager with supervisory responsibilities within a group home setting. This role will also ensure the smooth operation of caregiver services provided by Direct Support staff to adults who identify with developmental disabilities.
Who We Are
At Advocates, we provide comprehensive services for people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges.
We’re a nonprofit, mission-driven organization with a person-centered approach, empowering the individuals we support to make choices, build independence, and live full, meaningful lives. Our work is rooted in respect, compassion, and inclusion, and we envision a world where individual differences are appreciated and celebrated.
At Advocates, we value the ideas, experiences, and contributions of employees and are committed to fostering a supportive, welcoming culture where everyone can grow and thrive.
Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma/GED
Shift
Blended Shift
Responsibilities
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Ensure that individuals we support are treated with dignity and respect.
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Assist with the supervision of staff. Assist staff in promoting self-advocacy, decision-making and empowerment, and developing person-centered goals and strategies.
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Develop and monitor creative and interesting community-centered opportunities for all individuals.
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Schedule and attend individuals’ medical, dental, psychiatric and any other necessary appointments, as needed.
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Complete progress notes and other documentation as necessary.
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Monitor scheduling of staff to ensure economy and program coverage.
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Audit individual financial records and assist with monthly business reports (petty cash, spending reports, etc.).
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Ensure accuracy of medication administration following MAP procedures.
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Lead and attend staff meetings as appropriate.
Qualifications
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High School diploma or equivalent degree and two years’ related experience.
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Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and to exercise sound judgement.
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Must have basic computer knowledge.
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Must hold a valid driver's license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport clients.
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Strongly prefer a candidate that will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.
Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.
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Job Locations US-MA-Grafton
Minimum Education Required High School Diploma/GED
Job ID 2026-13333
Organization Advocates
Type Regular Full-Time
Number of Hours Per Week 40
Business Unit Developmental Services
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