PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are searching for a dedicated Program Specialist to design, develop, and manage Individuals programs in a community home. The Program Specialist will focus on overseeing, implementing, and improving specific programs within the individual's home.

The Program Specialists responsibilities include identifying program needs, working with team members to design and implement programs, and monitoring the success of programs to ensure goals are being met.

Our ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, able to work as part of a team, and has excellent knowledge on residential program and ODP 6400 regulations. The Program Specialist should be detail-oriented, have strong analytical skills, and be able to manage multiple tasks at the same time.

Responsibilities

• Identify program needs and make recommendations for improvement
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programs and make improvements as needed.
• Work with team members to ensure the individuals with disabilities goals are met.
• Attend SC Monitoring and other meetings as directed by the supervisor.
• Ensure communication with family members regarding the individuals health and overall well-being.
• Ensure internal audits from QA, as well as the Program Director are completed and ensure compliance with OPWDD regulatory statutes.
• Ensure incident reporting procedures are followed.
• Assist in preparing reports for ISP reviews by providing feedback and ensuring that reports are of a quality and informative nature.
• Review data collection monthly to make sure data is quantified and that it is reflective of the individuals progress.
• Supervise the completion of monthly reviews for each individual covering status on day program, behavior, medical, social, recreation and program plans.
• Schedule and provide in-service training for staff covering all as-needed topics.
• Ensure completion of protocol and documentation for each individual and review on a semi-annual and annual basis.
• Ensure medical books, personal allowance books, recreational activities, fire drills, clothing needs and purchases are completed as needed for the individuals.
• Participate in agency-wide managers meetings and training sessions as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Perform and complete other duties at the discretion and assigned by a supervisor, management and administration.

Qualifications :

• Masters Degree or above from an accredited college or university and 1-year work experience working directly with persons of intellectual disabilities.
• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university and 2 years of work experience working directly with persons with intellectual disabilities.
• Associates Degree or 60 credits from an accredited college or university and 4 years of work experience with persons with intellectual disabilities.
• Valid Pennsylvania Drivers License with a clean driving record
• Clear Criminal Background
• Favorable Physical / TB / Drug screen