Assistant Program Director - Growthways- Belmont Street
Company: Bay Cove Human Services
Location: Brockton
Posted on: November 15, 2023
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Job Description:
Assistant Program Director - Growthways- Belmont Street
Brockton, MA, USA
Req #2047
Monday, August 14, 2023
Department: Developmental Services- Growthways
Program Location: Brockton, MA
Schedule/Hours: Sunday - Thursday (40) hours per week to include at
least one weekend day and at least (32) hours of direct care.
Reports To: House Manager (Program Director) or their designee
Job Summary: The Assistant Program Director assists with the day to
day administration, programming, and operations of the assigned
community based Developmental Service program(s). The Assistant
Program Director contributes to Bay Cove's mission by providing
effective and compassionate services and through advocacy and
leadership. This position is non-exempt.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Models and teaches professional and
community behavior. Staff supervision as assigned.
Essential Functions of the Position:
Strict adherence to program model including clinical, programmatic,
and quality protocols (for example staff meetings, trainings, data
collection, community relationships, MAP, regulatory and agency
policies as required.) Supports and fills in for the Program
Director in the day-to-day running of the home and as assigned.
Attend staff meetings and is an active participant. Facilitate
staff meetings in the Program Directors absence.
Exercises strong clinical judgement in observing, supporting,
resourcing and communicating on behalf of the program and
individuals.
Assists in the development and progress reporting for the
individuals' I.S.P.'s.
Models, teaches, and reinforces activities of daily living (such as
medication management, hygiene, cleaning, personal property
management, relationship development, budgeting, and safety).
Assists individuals with menu planning to ensure well balanced
meals. Assists with food shopping, budgeting food account and
processing all related forms to the Central Office.
Assists with documentation and monitoring of client accounts, petty
cash accounts, and other accounts as assigned by the Program
Director.
Develops and implements interesting and challenging opportunities
which enhance personal growth and development which may include
using the teachable moment. Emphasis should be on creating
occasions which increase independence and self-reliance based on an
individual's preferences.
Assists individuals to have a variety of opportunities to exercise
control and making choices.
Is knowledgable of, facilitates, models, and teaches all program
safety procedures including crisis assessment, prevention and
needed intervention.
Assists the Program Director with arranging, attending, and
following through on all individuals' appointments/meetings to
include, but not be limited to: medical, dental, haircuts, day
programs, other interfacing agencies. Must be able to advocate on
behalf of the individuals and ensure all procedures and work flows
are completed.
Maintains and is a role model for programmatic documentation, such
as: daily progress notes, program data, medication, staff
communication log, monthly progress notes. As needed: incident
reports, I.S.P documentation, and financial documentation.
Performs household and property maintenance tasks toward the
general upkeep of the residence.
Is the Human Rights Officer for the program and ensures that all
staff treat the individuals with respect and are sensitive to
individual differences with regards to their cultural experiences,
religion, sexual orientation and need for privacy.
Assists in training new staff in all aspects of residential
work.
Assists with securing appropriate staffing for the program.
Performs other duties and projects as assigned by supervising
personnel.
Requirements for the Position:
1-3 years previous work experience in human service setting GED or
High School Diploma. College degree may be substituted for 1 year
of previous human service experience. These requirements may be
waived by the Executive Director.
Department of Public Health certification in medication
administration is required. *Employees lacking Medication
Certification upon hire must become MAP certified within 6-months
of date of hire to retain employment*. *Recertification is then
required every two years. *
CPR & First Aid (SFA) certification is required. * certified within
30 days of date of hire*.
Safety Care is required at some programs. * must become certified
within 90 days of date of hire.
Current Drivers License, a clean driving record, and one year
driving experience.
Adequate Reading, Writing, Communication, & Computer literacy to
perform agency functions.
Physical capability to perform necessary lifts or restraints
Use of personal cell phone and/or vehicle (each program has an
assigned program vehicle; use of personal vehicle is limited).
Mission Traits:
* Utilizes a flexible and responsible work style that meets
evolving needs of the agency.
* Works with integrity and respects the dignity and value of all
individuals.
* Exhibits mission through job knowledge, pride in work role, and
advocacy.
* Promotes diversity and inclusion of all individuals.
* Works in a collaborative, compassionate manner with
stakeholder/partners.
Other details
Pay Type
Hourly
Min Hiring Rate
$20.50
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