IDD Program Specialist

Lifesteps Inc; Kittanning (Armstrong County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Paid Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Lifesteps Inc. in Kittanning, PA seeks a Disability Services Program Specialist to empower individuals with intellectual disabilities through development of skills and coordinated supports.

This full-time role combines hands-on work with administrative duties to ensure health, safety and well-being under approved plans. The position requires a bachelor's degree with relevant experience or 60 credit hours plus four years in related work, strong communication, and a valid driver's license;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with 2 years of experience working directly with persons with intellectual disabilities or autism (special education, human services, psychology and related fields preferred).
• 60 credit hours plus 4 years’ experience with persons with intellectual disabilities or autism.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate medical, dental, psychiatric and psychological services for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Develop and implement plans for IPs, restrictive procedure plans and other care plans.
• Provide hands-on support and perform administrative duties as part of a team.

Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree + 2 years exp

60 credit hours + 4 years exp

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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IDD Program Specialist

Full-time Regular Professional Kittanning, PA, Kittanning, PA, PA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 11502

Lifesteps is seeking a Disability Services Program Specialist. This full-time position based in Kittanning, PA works a schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. (No evenings, weekends or holidays)

Lifesteps is a non-profit human services organization which has been serving Western Pennsylvania for 100 years by “helping individuals and families with life's changing needs”. The Agency provides programs and services to help those with special needs live to their fullest potential. If you have a strong desire to help others and serve the community, this is the right opportunity for you.

Position Summary:

The Program Specialist creates an environment empowering individuals through the development of skills, coordination of resources, and supportive services to help individuals live as independently as possible. The Program Specialist ensures special needs adult individuals have regularly scheduled medical, dental, psychiatric, and psychological services in accordance with regulations and doctor recommendations.

The Program Specialist is responsible for ensuring the health, safety and well-being of persons with intellectual disabilities by assisting in the development and implementation of appropriate plans for their care and development. (i.e. Individual Plans (IP), Restrictive Procedure Plans, Social Emotional Environmental Plans, Fade Plans and Desensitization Plans.)

This position is a combination of both hands-on work with individuals and administrative duties. It is not a supervisory position but is a highly respected team member.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and 2 years of experience working directly with persons with intellectual disabilities or autism (Degrees in Special Education, Human Services, Social Services, Psychology and Criminology are preferred) OR
• 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university plus 4 years’ experience working with persons with intellectual disabilities or autism.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to articulate information to a diverse audience
• Must secure and maintain training requirements for Crisis Prevention Intervention within three months of hire
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Must possess a valid driver's license which legally permits operating a motor

Generous Benefit Package for Full-Time Employees Includes:

• 100% Paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Premiums
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal/Emergency Time
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 403 (b) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement and much more

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