Community Living Programs Lead

St. Joseph; Dunmore (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

Saint Joseph’s Center in Dunmore, PA seeks a Program Specialist – Community Living Arrangements to oversee residential sites and support staff while ensuring high-quality care for individuals in the CLA program.

You’ll help develop, implement, and monitor ISPs, assisting individuals to achieve personal goals and independence. Travel between sites and supervision of staff are essential parts of the role.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or 60 college credits with 4+ years working with individuals with disabilities, or a Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years in the field.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organization and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support residential staff, including training and performance oversight.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individual Support Plans (ISPs).
• Attend ISP meetings and ensure documentation is completed on time.
• Conduct regular site visits and ensure quality care across homes.
• Coordinate staff schedules, review time records, and assist with hiring.
• Respond to on-call emergencies and complete required reports and investigations.
• Ensure compliance with 6400 regulations and program policies.
• Collaborate with families, support coordinators, and outside providers.
• Support community-based activities and monitor individual progress.
• Lead staff meetings, trainings, and ongoing development.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Strong communication

Leadership

Education

Associate's degree or 60 credits

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Saint Joseph’s Center in Dunmore, PA seeks a Program Specialist – Community Living Arrangements to oversee residential sites and support staff while ensuring high-quality care for individuals in the CLA program.

You’ll help develop, implement, and monitor ISPs, assisting individuals to achieve personal goals and independence. Travel between sites and supervision of staff are essential parts of the role.