Program Specialist - $5,000 Sign on Bonus

If you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description.

• Responsibilities :
• Overseeing and monitoring the internal Quality Management Plan;
• Performing monthly monitoring visits and meetings to assure that contracted providers and Program staff are in compliance;
• Collecting, studying and analyzing data to track trends to prepare recommendations on changes in policies and procedures as needed;
• Monitoring the State Plans regarding services for individuals with intellectual disabilities;
• Conducting assessments for individuals qualifying for waiver services;
• Ensuring waiver files meet ODP compliance standards, including annual health screenings are completed for each waiver recipient;
• Completing annual re-certifications for waiver recipients;
• Reviewing psychological and adaptive functioning assessments for individuals :
• Act as the point person for intellectual and intellectual disability eligibility determinations for Lehigh County;
• Schedule and complete individual and family eligibility meetings in both home and community settings within a regulated timeline; gather and copy required documents to determine eligibility;
• Communicate eligibility determinations with individuals and families; and
• Other duties as assigned.
• Essential Skills and Experience :
• Commitment : to Lehigh County's mission and values;
• Leadership : demonstrated ability to work with numerous professionals;
• Planning : ability to think ahead;
• Management : ability to organize and manage multiple priorities; and
• Communication : excellent interpersonal and communication skills – written and verbal.
• Preferred skills and experience :
• Bachelor's degree in related field with a minimum of 2 years of experience in the intellectual disability service arena;
• Knowledge of community intellectual disability and other social services; and
• Knowledge of report writing

_Equal Opportunity Employer_

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $64,500.00 per year

Benefits :
• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule :

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute :

• Allentown, PA (Required)

Ability to Relocate :

• Allentown, PA : Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location : In person