Assistant Program Director

Wayside Youth & Family Support Network•Somerville, MA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Wayside is one of Massachusetts' most respected youth and family-serving agencies, supporting more than 6,000 youth and families annually across Central, Eastern, and Northeastern regions. The Assistant Program Director will lead a dedicated team that works creatively and passionately to improve the lives of youth. This role requires prior experience in a supervisory or managerial role and experience working with youth in a residential setting. The Assistant Program Director is skilled in communication effectively verbally and in writing, therapeutic communication techniques, conflict resolution, staff training, and hiring practices. The position is for Young Adult Services in Somerville.

Requirements

Prior experience in a supervisory or managerial role
Experience working with youth in a residential setting
Skilled in communication effectively verbally and in writing
Experience in therapeutic communication techniques
Experience in conflict resolution
Experience in staff training and hiring practices
At least 2+ years of work in residential
Certification: MAP, TCI - Day 1, CPR, First Aid
Valid driver's license
Access to a reliable vehicle
Demonstrates an ability to multitask
Demonstrates ability to meet deadlines
Demonstrates high quality writing skills as evidenced by good documentation
Demonstrates the ability to teach, mentor, and coach others (i.e. able to provide constructive feedback to employees, provide thoughtful and consistent supervision)
Demonstrates leadership skills in meetings (i.e. redirecting appropriately, maintaining a strong presence, etc.)
Demonstrates dependability and persistence (i.e. excellent follow through on assigned tasks)
Demonstrates ability to work with others (i.e. strong teamwork, can collaborate and coordinate care with other staff)
Demonstrates ability to work independently (i.e. can self-direct on projects, able to work in solitude, can propose project solutions)
Demonstrates ability to be understanding and compassionate (i.e. ability to connect with peers and provide a supportive relationship)
Demonstrates belief in the Agency mission and values

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree
Preferred case management experience
Basic excel skills
At least 3 years of Case Management experience

Responsibilities

Complete individual supervision
Oversight of day to day programming
Be on call as required
Coordinate staff scheduling
Oversight of MAP certification
Provide documentation and participate in weekly clinical rounds
Maintain constant contact with guardians and collaterals
Proficiency in Motivational Interviewing
Participation with intakes
Responsible for case management clients
Facilitate staff meeting
Ensure consistent communication with the team for appointments, medication needs, etc.
Provide coverage on the floor to maintain ratio when needed
Participate in Community/House meetings
Ensure activity calendar is posted and followed for program routines
Provide guidance to milieu regarding client activities, behavior management, and crisis management
Provide role modeling and training to staff on the floor
Complete rent collection
Complete facility supplies and inspections
Ensure compliance with all inspections, monitoring requirements, medication administration and all licensing requirements
Provide trainings to this and other Young Adult Programs