Assistant Day Program Director

American Training•Lowell, MA

About The Position

American Training is seeking an Assistant Program Director for its Lowell Day Program. The position manages the day-to-day activities of a program serving adults with disabilities and plays a key role in helping Guests maximize their potential and live meaningful, memorable lives. The Assistant Program Director works with Colleagues to provide quality services and advocate for Guests while incorporating American Training’s WOW! Magic philosophy. The role includes supervising program Colleagues, developing and implementing engaging activities in the program and community, researching ideas to support Guests’ personal goals, creating schedules based on program needs, and building community relationships that expand Guests’ opportunities to participate.

Requirements

Three years of experience working with the developmental disabilities population.
At least one year in a supervisory position.
Valid driver’s license.
Satisfactory CORI and DDS fingerprinting.
Exceptionally strong organizational and communication skills.
Commitment to teamwork and advocating for Guests.
Ability to positively promote the image of Guests with developmental disabilities and American Training.

Responsibilities

Direct, monitor, and supervise all Colleagues in the program.
Collaborate with Colleagues to develop and implement an engaging curriculum in the program and in the community.
Research program ideas that support Guests in achieving their personal goals.
Develop schedules based on program needs.
Build community relationships to create a wide variety of opportunities for Guests to participate in.
Advocate for Guests and help ensure they receive quality services while incorporating the WOW! Magic philosophy.