Associate Program Manager - Aspire
 Massachusetts General Hospital | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Lexington | |
| 1 Maguire Road (Show on map) | |
 May 12, 2025 | |
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Under the general supervision of the Program Director, the Associate Program Manager for Teen and Adult Services assists in the direction, supervision, and growth of Aspire's programs for teens and adults with autism spectrum disorder, levels 1 and 2, and related profiles. The Associate Program Manager will be designated as a primary leader of specific teen/adult summer programming (i.e. Transitions, Explorations) and provide support for other teen/adult programming. The Associate Program Manager coordinates the Aspire intake processes for teen and adult programming and conducts intakes for teen and adult services throughout the year.
The Associate Program Manager assists in the further development/implementation of high-quality clinical services to meet the needs of the individuals/families served by Aspire. Principle duties include: collaborating with the Program Director to function as on-site leadership for designated summer programs; developing and implementing curriculum for program services and leading groups during the academic year; and coordination of the Aspire intake process throughout the year. Position includes leading groups on Saturdays during the academic year. Education Experience -Working knowledge and/or expertise in many of these areas: social thinking, sensory processing, group development, behavioral management, and adolescent and emerging adult development. -Desire to provide direct instruction in social, organizational, and life skills to adolescents and adults. -Knowledge and understanding of individuals with social-cognitive deficits including Asperger's Syndrome and ASD. -Knowledge of theoretical basis for running social skill groups. -Ability to work independently and be flexible. -Ability to write summary reports, using both clinical and word processing/computer skills. -Desire to work with disadvantaged youth and families. -Strong interpersonal skills. Desire to work in team-based environment. -Program design and development experience preferred. -Leadership skills (ability to provide feedback, modeling, and teambuilding). -Problem solving skills (ability to identify problems, recommend solutions, make effective decisions). -Team building skills (ability to supervise and build a strong working team). - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, healthcare teams, and external providers. Physical Requirements
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