Adult Day Services Program Specialist — Empowering Independence

Barber National Institute; Wolfsburg (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Barber National Institute is seeking a dedicated Program Specialist to coordinate services and supports for individuals in our Adult Day programs. You will ensure ISP goals are implemented, participate in ISP meetings, and monitor documentation for compliance and quality.

Role requires collaboration with families, staff, and community partners, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to person-centered planning and community inclusion.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's with direct disability services experience.
• Unlicensed programs may substitute 5 years human services experience for education.
• Experience with electronic health record systems preferred (CareLogic).
• Strong record management and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate services and supports for individuals; ensure ISP goals are implemented.
• Participate in ISP meetings, assessments, quarterly reviews, admissions, and discharge planning.
• Review documentation for compliance, accuracy, timeliness and quality.
• Monitor progress toward individual goals and ensure services align with preferences.
• Train and support staff on ISP implementation and behavior plans.
• Track regulatory due dates and ensure required documentation is completed on time.
• Maintain electronic records within CareLogic and monitor health, safety, rights, and well-being.
• Collaborate with operations, families, support coordinators, and service providers.
• Assist with incident reporting and follow-up activities as needed.
• Collect and analyze program data and prepare reports for program improvement.
• Support community integration, employment initiatives, and meaningful day programming.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Collaboration with families/staff

Problem-solving

Person-centered planning

Staff training

Documentation accuracy

Education

Master's degree + 1 year experience

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

Associate degree / 60 credits + 4 years experience

Tools

CareLogic

Job description

Barber National Institute is seeking a dedicated Program Specialist to coordinate services and supports for individuals in our Adult Day programs. You will ensure ISP goals are implemented, participate in ISP meetings, and monitor documentation for compliance and quality.

Role requires collaboration with families, staff, and community partners, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to person-centered planning and community inclusion.