Assistant Director - Summer Program - 2026 at ACHIEVE a Chapter of The ARC New York

City of Binghamton, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Aug, 26

Salary

21.0

Posted On

13 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Program Leadership, Staff Training, Behavior Support, Activity Facilitation, Scheduling, Incident Reporting, Budget Management, Compliance, Communication, Documentation

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Description Seasonal, Part Time (0-28 hours) June 29, 2026- August 13, 2026. Week 1: Mandatory orientation June 29-July 1, 2026. Week 2-week 7: Summer Program (Monday-Thursday) July 6 – August 13, 2026. 8:15a-2:45pm or as scheduled. Week 3-week 8: Summer Program (Monday-Thursday) July 6 – August 13, 2026. 8:15a-2:45pm or as scheduled. Post Program: As needed Hourly Rate: $21.00 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Summer Program Assistant Director is responsible for supporting the overall leadership and daily operations of a 6-week summer program for youth that have functional differences. Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: PRE-PLANNING · Assist Therapeutic Recreation & Leisure Services leadership with development of orientation training for counselors. · Coordinate development & planning of Summer Program Activities, field trips and calendar of events to be sent home with participants. DURING PROGRAM · Support the Program Director with daily operations, transitions, and activity flow. · Assist with staff training and provide ongoing skill-building in activity facilitation, communication, and behavior support. · Provide on-the-floor oversight of staff, activities & participants to ensure safety, engagement, and consistency across all program areas. · Coordinate staff schedules, breaks, and coverage to keep the program running smoothly. · Support positive group dynamics and problem-solve daily challenges. · Ensure compliance with all safeguards for participants. · Assist with daily attendance tracking & required documentation. · Communicate with families as needed to provide updates and support. · Responsible for addressing and reporting all incidents, accidents, observed and suspected situations that adversely impact on the health and safety of individuals receiving services. · Responsible for complying with all Part 635, Part 671, Part 624, and Part 633 regulations in total and reporting violations, deficiencies, and/or incidents to direct supervisor as they are discovered or indicated. · Assist with ordering supplies within budgetary guidelines and being responsible for the handling of petty cash. FOLLOW UP RESPONSIBILITIES · Assist with organization & submission of billing data. · Assist with participant and staff surveys directly following the end of program. Requirements REQUIREMENTS · Working towards a bachelor’s degree in recreation, human services, or related field and two years of experience working with individuals that have functional differences. · A valid driver’s license and good driving record acceptable to the Agency’s insurance carrier. · Pass and maintain OPWDD Certification in CPR and First Aid.

Responsibilities

Support the leadership and daily operations of a 6-week summer program for youth with functional differences. Responsibilities include staff oversight, activity planning, and ensuring participant safety and regulatory compliance.