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Assistant Program Manager - Brain Injury Services

Advocates

Paxton, MAFull-time$20.25/hrTracked 4 days agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
$20.25/hr
Location
Paxton, MA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

The Assistant Program Manager supervises residents and Direct Care Staff, assists with schedules, appointments, activities, daily operations, documentation, and coordinates care under the Program Manager’s supervision.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Effective Verbal and Written CommunicationOrganizational SkillsBasic Computer KnowledgeValid Driver's LicenseCultural Competence

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GEDAssociate’s Degree or One Year Related Experience

Full job description

Overview

Starting Rate: $20.25/hour

Schedule: Sunday 7am-3pm, Monday 3pm-11pm, Tuesday 3pm-11pm, Wednesday 3pm-11pm, Thursday 3pm-11pm

The Assistant Program Manager is responsible for the supervision of residents and Direct Care Staff. This role is responsible for assisting with the schedules, appointments and activities of the program participants as well as the daily operations of the house under the supervision of the Program Manager. The Assistant Program Manager will participate in the daily care of the residents and coordinate with Direct Care Staff as it pertains to resident documentation and paperwork.

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

Responsibilities

  • Collaboratively identify goals and objectives with program participants. Actively participate in in-service planning meetings and development of individualized goals. Assist with writing service plans and ensure implementation and successful follow through. Assist program participants with taking medications and with community living skills.

  • Assists program participants with functional skills training to assist them to increase independence in areas related to directing support, healthcare management, emergency management, and daily living activities (ADLs). Report changes in program participant’s status or behavior to the Program Manager, Residential Program Nurse and/or Residential Program Director.

  • Oversee program participants’ safety and fire safety procedures to include: fire drills, training of staff and residents, oversight of Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) and Emergency Evacuation Plan.

  • Assist with staff scheduling to ensure program coverage and budgetary compliance.

  • Actively participate in program participant, family, team and staff meetings.

  • Complete all documentation and Incident Reports, in accordance with funder requirements and Agency/Program established deadlines.

  • Supervise and assist in coordinating program activities.

Qualifications

  • Associate’s Degree or one year of related experience.

  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, the ability to use good judgment.

  • Ability to organize, prioritize, plan and complete tasks independently.

  • Must have basic computer knowledge.

  • Must hold a valid driver's license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport clients.

  • 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-Paxton

Minimum Education Required High School Diploma/GED

Job ID 2026-13364

Organization Advocates

Type Regular Full-Time

Number of Hours Per Week 40

Business Unit Brain Injury

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