As an Assistant Program Director (APD), you will assist the Program Director (PD) in managing the clinical, financial, and administrative operations of one or more day programs or day habiliatation programs that provide support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities or acquired brain injuries and behavioral health challenges. In your role you will work together with the people we serve, their families, friends, employers, and other support staff to transform their lives by building independence skills or increasing each person's quality of life.
APDs ensure proper standards and regulations set forth by funding sources are adhered to, and that quality standards for the individuals in the Day Programs are being met. Additional responsibilities include managing staff, developing relationships with community members, and liaising with clinical and nursing teams to develop and manage clients' Individual Action Plans (IAP).
Why Vinfen?
We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security!
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 30 hours or more
- 15 days of Vacation, 12 Paid Holidays, 10 Sick Days and 3 Personal Days per year (for employees scheduled for 20 hours or more)
- Education Assistance and Tuition Remission Programs as well as innovative Student Loan Payment Programs. Employment with Vinfen counts toward your Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
- Professional Development programs including year-round online training courses and opportunities to earn CEUs
- Retirement savings programs, including a fully funded, employer sponsored retirement plan and an employee funded 403 (b) plan
- Company paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance
- Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)
- $500 -- $1,000+ Employee Referral Bonuses with no annual cap!
- Other generous benefits including discounted memberships, access to wellness programs and more!
About Us
Founded in 1977, for over 40 years Vinfen has been a leading nonprofit human services organization that "transforms lives" by building the capacity of individuals, families, organizations and communities to learn, thrive and achieve their goals. Vinfen supports thousands of adolescents and adults with psychiatric, developmental and behavioral disabilities at more than 200 sites with over 3,000 employees in eastern Massachusetts and Connecticut. www.vinfen.org/careers
My Vinfen. My Community. My Job.
Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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Preferred Qualifications- A high school diploma or equivalent is required; Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Psychology, or related preferred. In some cases, experience may be substituted for academic
- A minimum of three years' experience in progressively responsible human services functions, of which two years have been in a supervisory
- Must obtain CPR, First Aid, MAC, and Safety Care certifications required within mandated timelines. Trainings are provided by Vinfen upon hire.
- Must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least 6 months, and have access to a reliable, insured vehicle.
- Must be able to successfully pass a multistate CORI, SORI, reference check, employment verification, education and driving record background checks
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Psychology, or related
- Minimum of three years' experience in progressively responsible human services functions, including two years supervisory
- Obtain CPR, First Aid, MAC, and Safety Care certifications within mandated timelines
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Maintain a valid US driver's license for at least 6 months and have access to a reliable, insured vehicle
- Ability to pass multistate CORI, SORI, reference checks, employment verification, education and driving record background checks
What We Do
Vinfen is one of the most dynamic and innovative health and human services organizations in the country. With over 200 locations in Massachusetts and Connecticut, we are a premier provider of comprehensive services for adolescents and adults with disabilities or life challenges. We provide a wide range of evidence-based programs in recovery, supported living, habilitation, education, employment, clinical, and peer support to the populations we serve.
