Impactful Program Specialist, Disability Services

Community Options Job Board; Woodbury (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Benefits

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Woodbury, NJ is seeking a Program Specialist to work in a community-based residential setting, teaching individuals with developmental disabilities the skills needed for independence.

The role requires a Bachelor’s or equivalent experience, strong communication, leadership, and crisis-management abilities. Responsibilities include staff evaluations, budget monitoring, scheduling, trainings, documentation, and collaboration with IDT and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with one year of related experience; OR High School Diploma or GED with three years of related experience.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines.
• Team-oriented with demonstrated leadership experience.
• Experience with problem solving against multiple priorities.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete staff evaluations including but not limited to 90-day and annual reviews
• Monitor and maintain residential budgets
• Manage staff schedules and ensure shifts are adequately staffed
• Monitor and schedule required staff trainings, seminars, and conferences
• Monitor fiscal, medical, personal, and IHP documentation to ensure accuracy
• Prepare progress reports for individuals’ immediate support group, including their family and/or guardian, staff, employment specialist, case manager, and other professionals

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Crisis management

Problem solving

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. in Woodbury, NJ is seeking a Program Specialist to work in a community-based residential setting, teaching individuals with developmental disabilities the skills needed for independence.

The role requires a Bachelor’s or equivalent experience, strong communication, leadership, and crisis-management abilities. Responsibilities include staff evaluations, budget monitoring, scheduling, trainings, documentation, and collaboration with IDT and families.