Salary:

USD $62,500.00/Hr.

Description and Responsibilities:

The Shared Living program serves 60 adults with varying challenges and ages to become part of a host family, with all the benefits and responsibilities that sharing a life and a household entail. Host families, often referred to as providers or caregivers, help the individual to build meaningful relationships and provide opportunities for them to lead their best life.  We value the diversity and culture of each home and design tailored supports for the provider depending on everyone’s unique needs and preferences.  Open Sky’s Shared Living program allows providers to gain the satisfaction of knowing they are helping someone to develop the tools to live a meaningful and satisfying life. In exchange, Open Sky provides each home a comprehensive support team including individualized case management, clinical, nursing supports and a generous monthly tax-free stipend. 

The Assistant Division Director provides programmatic, operational, and quality improvement support to the Shared Living Division Director as well as the staff of the program. They collaborate with the director, staff, clinical and nursing supports to develop and implement systems and procedures to assist in program compliance, positive outcomes and program growth.

Other Key Responsibilities

Assist with staff development of Shared Living coordinators.

Communicate pertinent information regarding Shared Living events, trainings and other offerings to keep caregivers, families and stakeholders informed and engaged.

Develop and maintain relationships with local community organizations and resources to build partnerships for individual opportunities, provider resource acquisition, fundraising and marketing opportunities.

Collaborate with marketing and recruitment departments in collaboration with director and recruitment and placement specialist for the marketing of Shared Living and recruitment of providers.

Assist director with monthly billing, stipend reports, creation of referral budget proposals, respite check requests, individual monthly financial reviews.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Human Services or related field with a minimum of three years experience working with adults with intellectual disabilities required.

Minimum of  three years managerial or supervisory experience required.

Strong organizational, technological, communication, training and assessment skills required.

Valid Driver’s License, acceptable driving record, and reliable vehicle with proof of insurance required.  

About Us:

At Open Sky Community Services, we open our doors, hearts, and minds to the belief that every individual, regardless of perceived limitations, deserves the chance to live a productive and fulfilling life.

Open Sky is on an anti-racist journey, committed to learning, living, and breathing inclusion, opportunity, diversity, racial equity, and justice for ALL.

At Open Sky, you’ll join over 1,300 compassionate and highly trained professionals who put innovative, evidence-based practices to work in ways that positively impact our communities across Central Massachusetts and beyond.

As a trauma-informed organization, Open Sky strives for transparency and sensitivity to the experiences of those we interact with. Self-care is encouraged, and we are committed to providing a positive work culture that is focused on continuous learning and the value of diverse perspectives.

Open Sky is proud to be an industry leader in pay and benefits. Open the Door to Possibility and begin your career with Open Sky today!

 Benefits of Working for Open Sky Include:

Excellent Supervision (Individual and Group), Professional Development, and Training Opportunities

Generous paid time off plan – you start with 29 days (almost 6 weeks!) in your first year, including 12 paid holidays. Increases to 32 days in your 2nd year, and the current maximum is 43 days (OVER 8 WEEKS!)

We pay for your higher education!  Ask about our Tuition Reimbursement Program, and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications.

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Prescription Plan

403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Life Insurance (100% Employer-Paid)

Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program

And more!

Open Sky celebrates diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, or disabled Veteran status.