IDD Program Specialist

Lifesteps, Inc.; Kittanning, Northern (Armstrong County, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Paid Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

403(b) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Lifesteps, Inc. in Kittanning, PA is seeking an IDD Program Specialist to empower individuals through coordinated services and support.

The role focuses on developing plans, ensuring medical and social services, and promoting independence for adults with intellectual disabilities. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, documentation, and community service.

Qualifications

• 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 vehicle

Responsibilities

• Coordinate services to help individuals live as independently as possible
• Ensure health, safety and well-being of persons with intellectual disabilities
• Develop and implement Individual Plans and other care plans
• Assist with administrative duties while working hands-on with individuals

Skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Crisis Intervention

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience OR 60 credit hours + 4 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

IDD Program Specialist

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

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

EOE/ADA

Lifesteps is a Drug-free Workplace