Assistant Program Manager

Starting rate: $20.75/hour

Schedule

• Sunday: 3pm–11pm
• Monday: 9am–5pm
• Wednesday: 9am–5pm
• Thursday: 9am–5pm
• Friday: 9am–5pm

About the Organization

At Advocates, we provide comprehensive services for people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges. We’re a nonprofit, mission-driven organization with a person-centered approach, empowering the individuals we support to make choices, build independence, and live full, meaningful lives. Our work is rooted in respect, compassion, and inclusion, and we envision a world where individual differences are appreciated and celebrated. At Advocates, we value the ideas, experiences, and contributions of employees and are committed to fostering a supportive, welcoming culture where everyone can grow and thrive.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that individuals we support are treated with dignity and respect.
• Assist with the supervision of staff.
• Assist staff in promoting self-advocacy, decision-making and empowerment, and developing person-centered goals and strategies.
• Develop and monitor creative and interesting community-centered opportunities for all individuals.
• Schedule and attend individuals’ medical, dental, psychiatric and any other necessary appointments, as needed.
• Complete progress notes and other documentation as necessary.
• Monitor scheduling of staff to ensure economy and program coverage.
• Audit individual financial records and assist with monthly business reports (petty cash, spending reports, etc.).
• Ensure accuracy of medication administration following MAP procedures.
• Lead and attend staff meetings as appropriate.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Two years’ related experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and to exercise sound judgement.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Valid driver’s license, access to an operational and insured vehicle, and willingness to use it to transport clients.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.

Values

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. We foster a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.