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Prior experience in a supervisory or managerial role and experience working with youth/young adults in a residential setting preferred. The Assistant Program Director is skilled in communicating effectively verbally and in writing. Experience in therapeutic communication techniques, conflict resolution, staff training and hiring practices needed.\nWhat You Will Do:\nResponsible for the overall functioning of program operations as assigned by the Program Director, including oversight of programming.\nComplete individual supervision; coordinate staff scheduling; ensure completion of performance evaluations.\nResponsible for supervision and on-the-floor training and role modeling for Residential Counselors, Overnight Milieu Counselors and Provisional staff.\nProvide case management and treatment planning for young adults living at the staffed residence; complete intakes if needed.\nMaintain constant, excellent communication with DMH, referral sources, families and other collaterals.\nFacilitate staff meetings and ensure consistent communication with the team for appointments, medication needs, etc.\nParticipate in Supervisors and Staff meetings, management and assigned leadership meetings (as needed), Community/House meetings, and all DMH meetings assigned by the Program Director; attend scheduled supervision and trainings.\nParticipate in an agency-wide subcommittee.\nResponsible for activity planning; ensure the activity calendar is posted and followed for program routines and that all residents have access to appropriate recreation.\nInitiate and attend special events for the Program.\nEnsure timely completion of all required shift documentation and all notifications of incidents to appropriate people by the end of shift.\nOversight of the Medication Administration Program (MAP), including MAP certification and the annual MAP review by DMH.\nEnsure compliance with all inspections, monitoring requirements, medication administration and all DMH and DPH licensing requirements; when applicable, ensure all Rehab Options compliance is being met.\nComplete facility supplies and inspections; responsible for facility cleanliness.\nResponsible for petty cash.\nMay provide transportation to clients, as necessary.\nOn-call coverage is required, as assigned and scheduled.\nMaintain First Aid, CPR and MAP certification.\nAll other duties assigned by the Program Director.\nCompetencies/Traits of Our Superstars:\nAn ability to connect with others; approachability.\nCommunicate with others at all levels; strong client engagement skills.\nAbility to handle conflict resolution.\nAbility to handle client crisis compassionately with excellent ability to notify all team members.\nStrong teamwork. Can collaborate and coordinate care with others well.\nStrong administrative skills.\nHigh quality writing skills as evidenced by strong client documentation.\nMinimum Requirements:\nAssociate’s degree or experience preferred; Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred (or actively participating in a bachelor’s program).\nAt least 2+ years of work in residential. 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