Assistant Program Coordinator
We make a difference- in your community and in your career.
Are you looking for a rewarding and fulfilling career as an Assistant Program Coordinator?
Come work for our Developmental and Cognitive Services Division at Riverside Community Care!
We are looking for a compassionate, conscientious and hardworking Assistant Program Coordinator!
Excellent full-time opportunity to work in a management role while making a difference in the lives of others!
The Assistant Program Coordinator works as part of a team to provide direct supports, guidance, education, advocacy and supervision for individuals with developmental and/or cognitive disabilities.
The Assistant Program Coordinator takes a leadership role for both identified individuals and the household, helps individuals live safely in the community, maintain their physical and emotional health, foster relationships with housemates, family and community and develop the skills necessary to increase the individual’s independence. Interaction between staff and individuals will reflect an appreciation of each individual’s uniqueness.
As a member of the team, the Assistant Program Coordinator supports the human rights of individuals through the development of self-worth, empowering individuals to become the primary decision-makers in their lives. They offer a listening and counseling presence for individuals with questions and concerns.
In the Program Coordinator’s absence, the Assistant Program Coordinator assumes responsibility for day to day operations of the home.
Riverside offers an outstanding staff training program, excellent supervision, competitive salary, benefits package and career advancement opportunities!
Schedule: (40 hrs)
Tuesday 10:00am-6:00pm
Wednesday 10:00am-6:00pm
Thursday 3:00pm-11:00pm
Friday 3:00pm-11:00pm
Saturday 9am-5pm
Why You'll Love Riverside
We make a true difference in people’s lives through rewarding work. Most of our jobs come with great benefits – including healthcare, numerous professional development opportunities, and generous time off - all in a respectful and inclusive environment, perhaps why Riverside was named a Boston Globe Top Workplace in 2022 and a best-in-state employer by Forbes.
Benefits include:
- Comprehensive, high-quality health, dental, and vision insurance options
- Flexible Spending Accounts – both medical and dependent care
- Eleven paid holidays
- Separate accruals for vacation (increases with tenure), personal, and sick time
- Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Employee Assistance Plan / Travel Assistance Plan
- Employee bonus for referrals resulting in hiring
- Discounts to movie theaters, sporting, and entertainment events
- Employee YMCA discount: 10% off a YMCA monthly membership and 50% off the joiner’s fee
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Required Skills
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Valid driver's license
Required Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred
- Previous supervisory experience preferred
- A minimum of three years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities with at least one year in residential services preferred
Riverside Community Care is dedicated to respect, integrity and engagement of all individuals. We are committed to building an inclusive and culturally competent organization and we value the richness of having a diverse applicant pool. As an employer committed to equal opportunity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law.