Program Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

JOB DESCRIPTION :

The Program Specialist will have the responsibility for the leadership and supervision of all assigned DSPs delivering services while employed with Soul Care Life Services, Inc. The Program Specialist will understand, support, and promote the mission of SCLS, which is to offer compassionate and loving support to individuals and families physically, spiritually, and emotionally. Our goal is to empower independent living in the community with comfortable surroundings, caring, heathy services and encouragement.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO :

MANAGEMENT :

Provide shift coverage as needed

Managing the day-to-day operations of homes assigned

Coordinating and monitoring all supports provided to the Individuals under your supervision

Ensuring Individuals have valuable roles in the community

Managing time and attendance for Individuals and Staff of each resident assigned

Managing program expenses thru reporting expenses to administration

Understand and adhere to Individual Support Plans (ISP) for all Individuals served

Supporting all Individuals in achieving goals in ISP

Understand routines and preferences of Individuals served

Co-ordinate and manage all services and support for Individuals served

Ability to problem solve

Respond to all emergency situations as emergencies emerge

SUPERVISION :

Provide shift coverage as needed, supervision and mentoring of staff assigned

Daily supervision and oversight of all Individuals assigned

Development of employee knowledge of corporations policies, procedures, and professional standards as well as federal, state, and county regulations

Train newly hired staff, conduct and track annual training of staff assigned to ensure annual requirements are accomplished

Complete annual evaluations on all staff assigned

Promote person-centered planning, social connections, and all principles of Everyday Lives

MANAGEMENT OF HEALTH & SAFETY FOR INDIVIDUALS SERVED :

Adhere to ISP of each Individual and promote to all staff

Assist Individual to reach obtainable goals

Assist with integrating Individual in community

Promote treating Individuals with respect and dignity

Ensure emotional and social needs of Individuals are met

Ensure all medical needs are offered while respecting the rights of Individual

Provide healthy relationship skills to Individuals assigned

Develop and maintain family connections

Promote family involvement for goal setting focused on strengths of Individual

Ensure direct care is provided for safety, security and well-being of Individuals served

Attend all medical appointments for Individuals assigned

Maintain proper documentation of Individuals records

Timely submits required documentation in according to organization policies

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES :

Provide shift coverage as needed

Commitment to the mission and vision of the organization

Understand and adhere to the corporations policies and procedures

Understand and adhere to federal, state, and county regulations

Maintain mandatory 40 hours annual training on compliance and integrity

Complete ALL other duties as assigned

HOURS : 37.5 hours per week

Schedule can include varying days and hours including periodic observation of all shifts; on-call as needed

QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelors Degree with a minimum of two years work experience working directly with individuals in human services

(or individuals who experience intellectual disability and autism)

Experience with 6400 regulations

Valid Pennsylvania driver's license; use of personal vehicle may be required