Assistant Program Manager - Advocates
Grafton, MA
About the Job
Overview
Starting Rate: $20.25/hour
Promote the values, dreams and potential of individuals with developmental disabilities through education and meaningful activities.
Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma/GEDAdditional Shift Details
Saturday 830am-4:30pm, 2:30PM -1030PM - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, FridayResponsibilities
- Demonstrate knowledge of, and commitment to, agency mission and values.
- Promote the mission and values of HMEA through effective leadership.
- Maintain accurate and complete records, reports and data necessary to meet the requirements of HMEA and other certifying or regulatory agencies.
- Assist and ensure program and consumer funds are handled according to HMEA policies and procedures.
- Maintain agency standards for confidentiality.
- Represent HMEA and the individuals supported in a positive and professional manner at all times.
- Demonstrate effective use of analytical skills, past experience and logic in order to render sound and objective decisions.
- Maintain day to day operations in Manager’s absence.
- Promote teamwork; practice open communication and respect diversity.
- Assist in training staff to develop skills required for professional growth.
- Complete required documentation in a timely and professional manner.
- Complete required trainings and maintain certifications.
- Ensure the people’s rights, privacy and confidentiality are respected and serve as the program Human Rights Officer.
- Promote the health and well-being of the individuals supported through ensuring quality health care and opportunities for healthy lifestyles and choices.
- Assist with the development and implementation of ISP goals and objectives.
- Support the individuals to live a meaningful and socially rich life through planning and preparation.
- Ensure that the home is well maintained and that it promotes a positive image for the individuals who live there.
- Encourage and support individuals to make independent choices to the greatest extent possible.
- Support the individuals to develop and maintain desired relationships
- Perform assigned tasks delegated by the Manager.
- Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.
Competencies:
- Problem Solving- identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
- Respect –shows respect for self, coworkers and the individuals supported.
- Interpersonal Skills- maintains confidentiality, remains open to others’ ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things.
- Oral communication- speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations demonstrates group presentation skills.
- Written Communication- is able to read and write information to communicate.
- Planning/organizing- prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.
- Quality control- demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.
- Adaptability- adapts to changes in the work environment and deals with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
- Dependability- is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.
- Safety and security- actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses equipment and materials properly.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Two years’ experience in developmental disabilities/behavioral health area preferred.
- Valid driver’s license along with an acceptable driving status.
- Use of a reliable vehicle, which seats two passengers.
- Additional specific experience may be required.
HMEA, Inc is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles of affirmative action.
Source : Advocates