Assistant Program Manager - Worcester, United States - Advocates

Description

Overview:

$19.16/hour

Promote the values, dreams and potential of individuals with developmental disabilities through education and meaningful activities.

• Demonstrate knowledge of, and commitment to, agency mission and values.
• Promote the mission and values of HMEA through effective leadership.
• Maintain accurate and complete records, reports and data necessary to meet the requirements of HMEA and other certifying or regulatory agencies.
• Assist and ensure program and consumer funds are handled according to HMEA policies and procedures.
• Maintain agency standards for confidentiality.
• Represent HMEA and the individuals supported in a positive and professional manner at all times.
• Demonstrate effective use of analytical skills, past experience and logic in order to render sound and objective decisions.
• Maintain day to day operations in Managers absence.
• Promote teamwork; practice open communication and respect diversity.
• Assist in training staff to develop skills required for professional growth.
• Complete required documentation in a timely and professional manner.
• Complete required trainings and maintain certifications.
• Ensure the peoples rights, privacy and confidentiality are respected and serve as the program Human Rights Officer.
• Promote the health and well-being of the individuals supported through ensuring quality health care and opportunities for healthy lifestyles and choices.
• Assist with the development and implementation of ISP goals and objectives.
• Support the individuals to live a meaningful and socially rich life through planning and preparation.
• Ensure that the home is well maintained and that it promotes a positive image for the individuals who live there.
• Encourage and support individuals to make independent choices to the greatest extent possible.
• Support the individuals to develop and maintain desired relationships
• Perform assigned tasks delegated by the Manager.
• Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• Problem Solving- identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
• Respect shows respect for self, coworkers and the individuals supported.
• Interpersonal Skills- maintains confidentiality, remains open to others ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things.
• Oral communication- speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations demonstrates group presentation skills.
• Written Communication- is able to read and write information to communicate.
• Planning/organizing- prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.
• Quality control- demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Adaptability- adapts to changes in the work environment and deals with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Dependability- is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Safety and security- actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses equipment and materials properly.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One year experience in developmental services/behavioral health area preferred.
• Valid drivers license along with an acceptable driving status.
• Use of a reliable vehicle, which seats two passengers.
• Additional specific experience may be required.

HMEA, Inc is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles of affirmative action.