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Advocates Assistant Program Manager in Grafton, Massachusetts
Overview
Starting Rate: $20.25/hour
Promote the values,dreamsand potential of individuals with developmental disabilities through education and meaningful activities.
Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma/GED
Additional Shift Details
Saturday 830am-4:30pm, 2:30PM -1030PM - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Responsibilities
Demonstrate knowledge of, and commitment to, agency mission and values.
Promote the mission and values of HMEA through effective leadership.
Maintainaccurateand complete records,reportsand data necessary to meet the requirements of HMEA and other certifying or regulatory agencies.
Assistand ensure program and consumer funds arehandled 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 experienceand logicin order torendersound and objective decisions.
Maintainday to dayoperations in Manager’s absence.
Promote teamwork; practiceopen communication and respect diversity.
Assistin training staff to develop skillsrequiredfor professional growth.
Complete required documentation ina timelyand professional manner.
Complete requiredtrainingsandmaintaincertifications.
Ensure the people’s rights, privacy and confidentiality are respected and serve as the program Human Rights Officer.
Promote the health andwell-beingof the individuals supported through ensuring quality health care andopportunitiesfor healthy lifestyles and choices.
Assistwith the development and implementation of ISP goals andobjectives.
Support the individuals to live a meaningful and socially rich life through planning and preparation.
Ensure that the home is wellmaintainedand 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 andmaintaindesired relationships
Perform assigned tasks delegated by the Manager.
Perform otherreasonably relatedduties as assigned.
Competencies:
Problem Solving-identifiesand resolves problemsin a timely mannerand gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
Respect –shows respect for self, coworkers and the individuals supported.
Interpersonal Skills-maintainsconfidentiality,remainsopen to others’ideasandexhibitswillingness to try new things.
Oral communication- speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situationsdemonstratesgroup presentation skills.
Written Communication-is able toread and write information to communicate.
Planning/organizing- prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.
Quality control-demonstratesaccuracy and thoroughness andmonitorsown work to ensure quality.
Adaptability- adapts to changes in the work environment and deals with frequent change,delaysor unexpected events.
Dependability- is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to managementdirectionandsolicitsfeedback to improve performance.
Safety and security- actively promotes and personallyobservessafety and securityprocedures, anduses equipment and materials properly.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Twoyears’experiencein developmental disabilities/behavioral health area preferred.
Valid driver’s license along with an acceptable driving status.
Use of a reliable vehicle, which seats two passengers.
Additionalspecific experience may berequired.
HMEA, Inc is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles of affirmative action.
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Job Locations US-MA-Grafton
Minimum Education Required High School Diploma/GED
Job ID 2024-10709
Organization Advocates
Type Regular Full-Time
Number of Hours Per Week 40
Business Unit Developmental Services