IDD Lifesharing Program Coordinator

Apis Services, Inc.; Nazareth (Northampton County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Apis Services, Inc. in Pennsylvania seeks a Program Specialist – Lifesharing to coordinate Lifesharing services for individuals with IDD and Autism.

You will monitor service quality, support providers, and ensure regulatory compliance to promote independence and dignity. You will collaborate with families, SCOs, and ODP to deliver person-centered supports, maintain accurate records, and participate in ongoing trainings while reporting to the Assistant Regional Director of Lifesharing.

Qualifications

• Masters degree with 1 year of experience directly supporting individuals with IDD or autism; or
• Bachelors degree with 2 years of experience directly supporting individuals with IDD or autism; or
• Associate degree with 4 years of experience directly supporting individuals with IDD or autism; or
• High School Diploma/GED with 6 years of experience directly supporting individuals with IDD or autism.

Responsibilities

• Program Coordination & Individual Support: empower individuals through skill development, choice, self-advocacy, and person-centered planning.
• Compliance & Documentation: ensure services and records meet PA regulations and agency standards.
• Provider Support & Training: guide Lifesharing Providers and DSPs; facilitate trainings.
• Team Collaboration & Community Partnerships: engage with SCOs, AEs, ODP, and community partners.
• Incident Management & Oversight: serve as incident management contact and monitor incidents.
• Professional Development: complete 24 hours of training annually and participate in supervision.
• Other duties as assigned to support program operations.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Person-centered practices

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Confidentiality

Education

Masters Degree

Bachelors Degree

Associate Degree

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Apis Services, Inc. in Pennsylvania seeks a Program Specialist – Lifesharing to coordinate Lifesharing services for individuals with IDD and Autism.

You will monitor service quality, support providers, and ensure regulatory compliance to promote independence and dignity. You will collaborate with families, SCOs, and ODP to deliver person-centered supports, maintain accurate records, and participate in ongoing trainings while reporting to the Assistant Regional Director of Lifesharing.