Assistant Program Director – Day Hab/Day Program

Vinfen

. Assist the Program Director in managing clinical, financial, and administrative operations of a day habilitation program .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeBrighton • Massachusetts • United StatesLead💰 $63,017 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing clinical, financial, and administrative operations within human services, with a strong focus on compliance, staff leadership, and crisis intervention. Proficient in developing and implementing Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and ensuring quality standards are met.

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Program ManagementStaff LeadershipCrisis Intervention TechniquesFinancial Management PracticesCompliance with Regulatory Standards

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Hard Skills

Operations ManagementFinancial ManagementCrisis InterventionAssessment PracticesDocumentation RequirementsAdvocacy TechniquesParticipatory Planning TechniquesIndividual Support Plans (ISPs)Human Services FunctionsStaff Development

Soft Skills

LeadershipConflict ResolutionMulti-taskingProfessionalismConfidentiality

Tools & Technologies

Personal Computer ApplicationsOffice Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

CPRFirst AidSafety Care

Industry Keywords

Human ServicesDay Habilitation ProgramQuality StandardsLicensingAccreditationRegulatory ComplianceIntake ProceduresSite SupervisionStaff SchedulingIncident Reports

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the Program Director in managing clinical, financial, and administrative operations of a day habilitation program
Direct and manage program staff activities, including hiring, scheduling, training, evaluation, and staff meetings
Direct implementation plans for program goals and objectives
Supervise direct-care staff and/or Site Managers; provide training, conflict resolution, policies, and program systems
Monitor timely completion and quality of Individual Support Plans (ISPs)
Liaise with prospective participants; arrange and perform intake procedures and initial assessments
Consult with Site Managers on daily operations, site supervision, and comprehensive assessments
Oversee staff and on-call scheduling, purchasing, facilities management, and startup sites
Ensure compliance with quality, licensing, certification, accreditation, regulatory, and program standards
Provide direction on habilitative/rehabilitative strategies and interventions
Participate in Vinfen and funding-agency committees and meetings
Participate in meetings regarding intervention plans for persons served
Serve as a resource for staff, families, public officials, neighbors, and other providers
Perform human resources administration, including paperwork, staff development, certification records, workers’ compensation claims, and timesheets
Review incident reports and ensure corrective action plans are implemented
Provide training and crisis intervention as needed
Maintain current knowledge of human services issues and trends
Perform other related duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Three to five years experience in progressively responsible human services functions
A high school diploma or equivalent is required
Bachelor’s degree in Human Services
Experience may be substituted for academic training in some cases
Knowledge of personal computer applications and equipment
Knowledge of operations management procedures and practices
Knowledge of financial management practices in human service organizations
Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques, communication styles, assessment practices, participatory planning techniques, crisis intervention techniques, and documentation requirements
Ability to provide leadership to staff, multi-task, and work professionally and confidentially
Driving is required using a Vinfen van or personal vehicle
Personal vehicle users must maintain adequate insurance and a safe driving record
Valid US driver's license required at employment; at least 21 years old and licensed in the US for at least six months
Must pass a driver's screening background check
CPR required within two weeks of hire
First Aid required within two weeks of hire
Safety Care required within 90 days of hire
Ability to perform physically active duties, lift at least 25 pounds, assist clients with daily living tasks, and operate computers and office equipment