Assistant Group Leader

• Aspire Program

About Mass General Brigham

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About the Role

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 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.

The Assistant Group Leader works closely with the Group Leader to lead a group of approximately 6-8 teens during community outings and structured program activities.

We invite neurodivergent candidates to apply

Responsibilities

• Support a group of 6-8 teens through daily activities, actively engaging with them during the activities, transitions, and down time. Model engaged behavior and use Aspire-taught therapeutic interventions to support your group members to participate in each activity to the best of their abilities.
• Attend a 40-hour orientation, all staff meetings, trainings, supervision, planning sessions, and every day of the program as scheduled.
• In collaboration with your Group Leader, supervisor, and the program participant, design clear and appropriate goals for each group member. Review your group members' goals with them daily, assess progress, and design interventions to foster further growth.
• Prioritize the health and safety of program participants and staff at all times.
• Attend and participate in all staff meetings, supervision, and planning sessions as relevant to the role, including 40 hours of pre-program training.
• Aid in the completion of 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.
• Maintain the rules of confidentiality and all HIPAA expectations.
• Collaborate with your Group Leader and Aspire leadership staff to implement therapeutic interventions and problem-solve social, behavioral, and programmatic challenges.
• Be an active participant in your supervision process; this includes setting goals in discussion with your supervisor and incorporating feedback provided.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Interest in working in a team environment.
• Openness to receiving feedback on interactional skills with families, participants, and staff and integrating into behavior.
• Desire and ability to work in multiple settings.
• Ability to work independently and exhibit a calm demeanor.
• Flexibility to solve problems collaboratively with other staff and participants.
• Desire to help participants feel safe, succeed, and have fun.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in or graduate of undergraduate program in psychology, social work, occupational therapy, speech and language pathology, or other mental health field - required.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification
• Training can be accessed through Aspire - required.

Physical Requirements

• Standing: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Walking: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Sitting: Constantly (67-100%)
• Lifting Occasionally (3-33%): 20lbs - 35lbs
• Carrying Occasionally (3-33%): 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Pulling: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Climbing: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Stooping: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Crouching: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Crawling: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling): Constantly (67-100%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering): Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling: Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision
• Far: Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision
• Near: Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking: Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing: Constantly (67-100%)

Job Details

Work Location: 399 Revolution Drive

Remote Type: Onsite

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Employee Type: Temporary

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay Range: $17.71 - $24.28/Hourly

Grade: 2

Compensation and Benefits

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package.

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.

To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.