Non-profit, Social Services, Healthcare Support

Program Specialist

King of Prussia, PAOnsiteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)$55,000–$55,000 /yrPosted 9 days ago

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Required skills

associate's degree
driver's license
team-oriented
leadership experience
multiple priorities
supportive relationship
good judgment
calm in crisis

Nice to have

direct support professionals
intellectual disability
autism

Role summary

Community Options, Inc. is seeking a Program Specialist in King of Prussia, PA, to provide services to individuals with disabilities. This role involves teaching individuals the skills needed for independent living, managing residential budgets and staff schedules, monitoring documentation, and participating in support planning. The ideal candidate will utilize best practices and technology, exercise patience, work flexible schedules, and respond to crisis situations. Ingenuity and creativity are essential for developing effective training methods and supports. The position requires a degree with relevant work experience, a valid driver's license, and strong leadership, problem-solving, communication, and time management skills.

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states. We are seeking a Program Specialist in King of Prussia, PA. The Program Specialist uses best practices and technology within a community-based residential setting to teach individuals with developmental disabilities how to acquire the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social skills needed to live as independently as possible. This person must be able to handle the pressure of training in a public environment, exercise patience, work with flexible schedules, and respond to crisis situations. Ingenuity and creativity must be utilized when determining the best training methods, assistance, and supports for an individual with developmental disabilities. Starting pay is $55,000/per year Responsibilities

Complete staff evaluations including but not limited to 90-day and annual reviews
Monitor and maintain residential budgets
Manage staff schedules and ensure shifts are adequately staffed
Monitor and schedule required staff trainings, seminars, and conferences
Monitor fiscal, medical, personal, and IHP documentation to ensure accuracy
Participate in Circle(s) of Support for personal future planning
Monitor and schedule house and vehicle maintenance
Assist in maintaining and monitoring of consumer’s finances
Monitor and report the health and medical needs of individuals
Build a support network between individuals and community members
Prepare progress reports for individuals’ immediate support group, including their family and/or guardian, staff, employment specialist, case manager, and other professionals
Ensure consistent service delivery that connects work, home, and recreational needs
Serve as an active member of an individuals’ Inter-Disciplinary Team (IDT), which includes involvement in Individual Habilitation Plan development
Submit monthly written reports to the appropriate individuals outlining operational status, progress, and concerns
May perform the duties of direct support professionals as necessary, in accordance with current staffing needs
Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned

Minimum Requirements

A master’s degree or above from an accredited college or university and one year of work experience working directly with individuals with an intellectual disability or autism. 2. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and two years of work experience working directly with individuals with an intellectual disability or autism.3. An associate’s degree or 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university and four years of work experience working directly with individuals with an intellectual disability or autism
Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
Team-oriented with demonstrated leadership experience
Experience with problem solving against multiple priorities
Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent time management skills

Why Community Options?

Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
Generous PTO
Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
403b Retirement Plan
Incredible career growth opportunities

Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V #IND-KP

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