BFT Aspire Explorations Summer Program Manager - Teen Program Job Somerville area,Massachusetts USA,Education / Teaching

Program Overview

Aspire, a Massachusetts General Hospital program, specializes in helping children, teens and adults on the autism spectrum achieve success. Our programming is uniquely designed to help participants with Asperger profiles develop positive self‑awareness, stress‑management and social competency skills so they can succeed at home, school, work and in community settings. Aspire offers year‑round programming for individuals aged 5 years to adult, including weekly social groups, adventure summer camp for children, six‑week summer programs for teens and young adults, and special events.

For over thirty years, Aspire has championed individuals on the spectrum. We are dedicated to understanding and serving this population of exceptional individuals. Our structured therapeutic programming is guided by our comprehensive knowledge of who our participants are and our mission to best support them.

Explorations Summer Program

Explorations is a six‑week weekday summer program, based in Newton, where teens, aged 14‑19 years old, participate in supported recreational and social activities while learning a variety of practical life skills out in the community. Community trips take place throughout the metro Boston area (Faneuil Hall, Prudential Center, movie theater, bowling, museums, and restaurants) and typically utilize public transportation.

Explorations Summer Program Manager

The Explorations Summer Program Manager is responsible for managing and supervising all staff including Assistant Managers, Group Leaders/Assistant Group Leaders, and Program Assistant. Responsibilities include facilitating the implementation of Aspire program curriculum; leading training of staff throughout the program; collaborating with group leaders to develop interventions, supports and strategies for program participants; modifying curriculum as needed; maintaining communication with families and accurate record keeping;

overseeing the day‑to‑day operations, including field trips and communication with outside agencies; and supporting compliance of program policies and procedures.

* We invite neurodivergent candidates to apply

Responsibilities

Supervise all staff and work with leadership staff to promote programmatic excellence. Support staff to promote participant growth, problem‑solve, facilitate social interaction, manage behaviors, and communicate challenges.

Provide guidance, resources and oversight to all staff as they design clear and appropriate goals for each group member, assess progress, and design interventions to foster further growth.

Oversee the implementation of curriculum and activity blocks specifically focused on social competency, self‑awareness and stress management. Work with group leaders to develop individualized plans to support program participants.

Lead and/or support required participant and family meetings, including orientation and parent conferences.

Facilitate daily staff meetings and regular professional development, communicate clearly and directly with staff, participate actively in group supervision and promote a collaborative and participant‑focused culture amongst program staff.

Maintain the rules of confidentiality and all HIPAA expectations, and promote the health and safety of program participants and staff at all times.

Complete evaluation forms, incident reports, end‑of‑program reports, and other assigned paperwork in a timely manner. Maintain records and documentation outlined in the Policies and Procedures manual.

Work collaboratively with area agencies to ensure Aspire's ongoing positive relationships with community, including school personnel, MGH staff, transportation personnel, Department of Public Health, etc.

Qualifications

Degree
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Master's Degree, preferred. Enrolled in or graduate of a graduate program in psychology, social work, occupational therapy, speech and language pathology, or other mental health field.

Have current First Aid/CPR certification. Training can be accessed through Aspire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Desire to work in a team environment
Desire and ability to work in an outdoor setting
Ability to work independently
Ability to solve problems…


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