Assistant Program Coordinator

May Institute • Randolph, MA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Assistant Program CoordinatorChildren's Residential Program Randolph, MA Support. Empower. Transform. Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and adolescents (ages 3–21) with Autism and developmental disabilities. As an Assistant Program Coordinator (APC) in our residential program, you’ll help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can grow, thrive, and achieve greater independence.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid and current U.S. driver’s license with at least 1 year of licensed driving experience.
• Patience, compassion, and the ability to support children with diverse communication and behavioral needs.
• Experience with children or individuals with special needs is required.
• The capacity to provide strong supervisory and leadership skills while supporting and guiding your team with empathy, patience, and respect.

Responsibilities

• Step in as a reliable leader, ensuring the program runs smoothly in the Program Manager’s absence by supervising your team, and coordinating daily activities and programs for all residents.
• Support children with daily routines including hygiene, meals, dressing, and medication.
• Create a positive, structured environment that encourages communication, play, and skill-building.
• Use behavior support strategies to promote emotional regulation and reduce challenging behavior.
• Partner with clinical, educational, and healthcare teams to support individualized treatment plans.
• Provide transportation and community integration support for outings, appointments, and school transitions.

Benefits

• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement & student loan repayment assistance.
• Retirement Planning: 403B with employer match.
• Career Growth: Paid training, certification programs, and advancement pathways.
• Well-Being Resources: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for 24/7 support.
• Flexibility: Dependent care FSA and additional voluntary benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED