What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Program Director position at NFI Massachusetts, Inc.?
NFI Massachusetts Inc., a non-profit human services agency, is currently seeking an Assistant Program Director for its Lakeside program located in Peabody, MA.
Lakeside is an emergency residence serving males 13-18 years old. Youth referred to the program are in need of temporary out-of-home placement to address a range of emotional and behavioral issues. The program offers 24 hour staffing that provides support and supervision. The highly structured milieu provides a safe and predictable context in which youth can stabilize behaviors, progress in treatment and develop new skills. Staff members serve as teachers and coaches, developing practical supports and interventions for youth that are readily transferable to the home environment and can be easily understood and taught to families.
Starting salary: $70,000
Essential Skills Include:
- Program improvement.
- Training.
- Fiscal management.
- Administrative excellence.
- Incident response and investigation.
- Policy implementation.
- Problem Solving.
- Supervision and development of staff.
- Communication with families, funding and licensing representatives.
- Ability to support all agency initiatives and respond to multiple stakeholders are all part of the job.
Job Requirements:
- Qualified candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree in a related field and/or one to two years of supervisory experience working with similar population.
- Valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle is a must.
- Schedule requires a level of flexibility.
NFI Massachusetts offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (multiple plan options)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with potential employer match
- 3 Weeks Paid Vacation 11 Paid Holidays Paid Sick Leave
- Company-Paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement (up to $2,500 per year)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)
- Voluntary Benefits: Pet Insurance, Home & Auto, Legal Plan & more!
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
NFI Massachusetts Inc., is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We seek to empower individuals and support the diversity and inclusivity within our workforce.
NFI Massachusetts participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility as part of the I-9 verification process.