Description
Cooperative for Human Services Inc. is a multi-service organization that provides residential services independent living supports and guardianship services for adults with intellectual developmental and other related disabilities.
We are looking for a compassionate leader to join our team as Assistant Program Director at our behavioral home in Saugus MA!
Our APDs work inside our residential programs helping our individuals with various activities of daily living while also ensuring the operational side of the program is running smoothly. This a great opportunity for someone looking to advance their career in Human Services.
We believe great care begins by taking care of our employees. So well reward you with competitive pay and exceptional benefits paid training continuous educational and development opportunities and our unique culture of support. Rethink your life - Join CHS!
Job duties
- Assist the Program Director in ensuring the operational side of the program is running smoothly
- Assist in the development of the routines of the program
- Form meaningful relationships with individuals we serve
- Assist individuals with activities of daily living and help them get through their daily routine. This may involve laundry cleaning cooking meal prep and personal care
- Promote healthy engaging activities (going in the yard gardening sports puzzles art listening to music).
- Administer medications
- Provide transportation as needed
- Ensure the safety and well-being of individuals served by monitoring relationships for abuse/neglect responding to health and medical needs and responding to and reporting all emergencies
- Assist in creating a home environment that reflects individuals preferences and personality.
Pay: $23.69 per hour
Benefits
- Part-time AND full-time employees are eligible for benefits
- Medical: Harvard Pilgrim Advantage HMO with either a $500 $1000 or $2000 deductible.
- Dental: Unum Dental Plan
- Vision: Eyemed
- Long Term Disability: Unum; CHS pays FREE!
- Life Insurance: Unum 1x annual salary; CHS pays FREE!
- Retirement Plan: 403(b) plan with pre-tax deductions. After 1 year CHS provides a match. Match amount is subject to change.
- Management Training Program
- Bonus for first-time MAP certifications as well as recertifications every two years
- Employee Assistance Program (Legal healthcare behavioral health supports) FREE!
- Sick time vacation time and personal time
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum 1 year of previous work experience with adults with disabilities required
- Experience in a PABC or Behavioral home preferred
- First Aid and CPR Certification required before starting employment
- MAP certification preferred
- Ability to lift 30lbs
- Ability to fluently speak read and write in English
- Effective communication (verbal & written) and problem-solving skills
- Ability to understand and comply with multiple regulatory requirements
- A valid Massachusetts/New Hampshire/Rhode Island drivers license a reliable vehicle and a good driving history record
Required Experience:
Director
Full-time Part-timeDescriptionCooperative for Human Services Inc. is a multi-service organization that provides residential services independent living supports and guardianship services for adults with intellectual developmental and other related disabilities.We are looking for a compassionate lead...
Description
Cooperative for Human Services Inc. is a multi-service organization that provides residential services independent living supports and guardianship services for adults with intellectual developmental and other related disabilities.
We are looking for a compassionate leader to join our team as Assistant Program Director at our behavioral home in Saugus MA!
Our APDs work inside our residential programs helping our individuals with various activities of daily living while also ensuring the operational side of the program is running smoothly. This a great opportunity for someone looking to advance their career in Human Services.
We believe great care begins by taking care of our employees. So well reward you with competitive pay and exceptional benefits paid training continuous educational and development opportunities and our unique culture of support. Rethink your life - Join CHS!
Job duties
- Assist the Program Director in ensuring the operational side of the program is running smoothly
- Assist in the development of the routines of the program
- Form meaningful relationships with individuals we serve
- Assist individuals with activities of daily living and help them get through their daily routine. This may involve laundry cleaning cooking meal prep and personal care
- Promote healthy engaging activities (going in the yard gardening sports puzzles art listening to music).
- Administer medications
- Provide transportation as needed
- Ensure the safety and well-being of individuals served by monitoring relationships for abuse/neglect responding to health and medical needs and responding to and reporting all emergencies
- Assist in creating a home environment that reflects individuals preferences and personality.
Pay: $23.69 per hour
Benefits
- Part-time AND full-time employees are eligible for benefits
- Medical: Harvard Pilgrim Advantage HMO with either a $500 $1000 or $2000 deductible.
- Dental: Unum Dental Plan
- Vision: Eyemed
- Long Term Disability: Unum; CHS pays FREE!
- Life Insurance: Unum 1x annual salary; CHS pays FREE!
- Retirement Plan: 403(b) plan with pre-tax deductions. After 1 year CHS provides a match. Match amount is subject to change.
- Management Training Program
- Bonus for first-time MAP certifications as well as recertifications every two years
- Employee Assistance Program (Legal healthcare behavioral health supports) FREE!
- Sick time vacation time and personal time
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum 1 year of previous work experience with adults with disabilities required
- Experience in a PABC or Behavioral home preferred
- First Aid and CPR Certification required before starting employment
- MAP certification preferred
- Ability to lift 30lbs
- Ability to fluently speak read and write in English
- Effective communication (verbal & written) and problem-solving skills
- Ability to understand and comply with multiple regulatory requirements
- A valid Massachusetts/New Hampshire/Rhode Island drivers license a reliable vehicle and a good driving history record
Required Experience:
Director
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