Assistant Program Coordinator - Worcester Respite
About The Position
Open Sky's Respite Programs are short-term group living environments that provide treatment for intermittent crises and stabilization for adults diagnosed with a mental health and/or substance use disorder. The goal is to work collaboratively with individuals to develop skills that support their independence in the community and help them live a life not defined by mental illness. The Assistant Program Coordinator takes a leadership role alongside Residential Counselors, providing direct support to people served and direct supervision to overnight staff. This is not an overnight position. The Assistant Program Coordinator also provides administrative assistance to the Program Coordinator and assists with program scheduling, budgets, and team meetings. The role participates in an on-call rotation. Open Sky notes that an additional hourly differential may be available for certain programs based on skills, location, training, and population served; applicants should ask their recruiter whether this position qualifies. Open Sky Community Services describes itself as a trauma-informed organization committed to inclusion, opportunity, diversity, racial equity, and justice, and to continuous learning and a positive work culture. The organization employs over 1,300 professionals serving communities across Central Massachusetts and beyond.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
- Reliability, willingness to learn, and openness to new opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct support to people served alongside Residential Counselors.
- Provide direct supervision to overnight staff; this is not an overnight position.
- Provide administrative assistance to the Program Coordinator.
- Assist with program scheduling, budgets, and team meetings.
- Assist with activities of daily living and direct care, including hygiene and personal care, lifting, and assisting with transfers.
- Administer medication and complete documentation.
- Assist with group therapy, transportation, behavioral intervention, role modeling, and recreational activities.
- Implement activities that facilitate the development of valued roles and personal relationships in the community.
- Assist with staff supervision and other assigned meetings.
- Participate in an on-call rotation.
Benefits
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Generous paid time off: 29 days in the first year, including 12 paid holidays; 32 days in the second year; current maximum of 43 days.
- Tuition reimbursement and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with prescription plan.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
- Life insurance, 100% employer-paid.
- Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
- Individual and group supervision.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
