About us!
Here at Communitas, we are dedicated to delivering individualized, family-centered services, programs, and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, throughout their life span and in their communities.
Why work for us?
Recognized and honored as a Top Workplace for 2024, Communitas is proud to offer a work environment that rewards and supports our valued employees for their hard work, passion, creativity, and drive to make a positive impact in our community.
As a Communitas employee, you contribute to a meaningful and lasting impact on others' lives. We appreciate our employees through:
- Competitive Tiered Pay Rates
- Low-Cost Benefits
- Flexible Schedules
- Opportunities for Advancement
- Regular Employee Appreciation Events
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Supportive Coworkers
- Compassion-centric Environment
The role!
Position: Residential Assistant Program Director (Hopkins Street)
Location: Reading, MA
Pay rate: $22.50 per hour
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Benefits of Working for us!
- Incremental Pay increases based on years of service, pending performance evaluations
- 3 weeks' vacation, 1 week sick time, and 12 holidays for new full-time employees
- Low-cost benefit plans - Medical & dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, and long-term disability coverage
- Tuition reimbursement eligibility after 90 days of employment
Summary & Responsibilities
The Assistant Program Director supports the Director in daily operations, ensuring compliance with agency policies and DDS statutory requirements.
- Providing personal care and assistance to individuals supported, consistent with their physical needs and support plans.
- Implementing policies, practices, and procedures of the Residential Program, safeguarding rights, confidentiality, and supervising health and welfare.
- Supervising medical health, nutritional standards, educational and general welfare of residents, and participating in developing and reviewing Individual Service Plans.
- Participating in screening and selecting individuals for admission and staff recruitment.
Qualifications
- Must have active MAP certification
- High School diploma required; BA in Human Services or related field preferred
- Management or supervisory experience preferred
- At least 2 years supporting adults with developmental disabilities required
- Passion and dedication to supporting people required
- Valid Driver's license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record required
- Must pass background and reference checks
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