MGH & BWH Center for Clinical Data Science

BFT Aspire Camp Staff - Explorations Program Manager - (3273195)

Description

Aspire is a growing nonprofit organization of the Massachusetts General Hospital. We offer a variety of high-quality therapeutic programs and services that focus on helping children with high cognitive autism spectrum disorders and related profiles develop increased self-awareness, social competency, and stress management skills. 

Along with the Aspire Administrative Team, the Explorations Program Manager is responsible for coordinating the administrative, clinical, and programmatic aspects of the program and managing the day-to-day operations of the Explorations Summer Program. The Explorations Program Manager will be supported and overseen by the Executive Director of Aspire. The tasks of the role include: managing and supporting the development of Explorations program staff working with teens on the autism spectrum; implementing Aspire program curriculum; maintaining communication with families and accurate record keeping; developing and implementing the program schedule; the coordinating and implementing program policies and procedures. The Program Manager must have experience working with adolescents on the autism spectrum and prior supervision experience. The Explorations Program Manager must be willing to work closely as part of a group and collaboratively with others. The Explorations Program Manager works on-site at the program location in Newton and in the community during program outings. 

This is a full-time seasonal paid position that includes 40 hours of mandatory and paid training prior to the start of the program, along with mid-summer parent conferences. Pre-program and ongoing training and supervision is provided by experienced clinical staff; the Explorations Program Manager is expected to help lead staff trainings. The Explorations Program Manager is part of the summer leadership staff for the teen and adult programs; attendance at pre-program planning meetings is expected.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in, or graduate of, a graduate program in: psychology, social work, occupational therapy, speech and language pathology, and other mental health related fields.
• Prior experience working with adolescents with autism spectrum disorders required.
• Strong managerial skills
• Strong interpersonal and team-building skills.
• Openness to receiving feedback on interactional skills with families, participants, and staff.
• Desire and ability to work in outdoor settings
• Basic computer skills. MS Word required; knowledge of Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access helpful.
• Strong writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and be flexible.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Strong time-management skills

EEO Statement Mass General Brigham is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Primary Location

: MA-Boston-MGH 101 Merrimac

Work Locations

: 

MGH 101 Merrimac 

101 Merrimac Street 

Boston 02114

Job

: Other

Organization

: Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)

Schedule

: Full-time

Standard Hours: 1

Shift

: Day Job

Employee Status

: Regular

Recruiting Department: Bulfinch Temporary Service

Job Posting

: Jan 10, 2024