Intellectual Disability- Program Specialist

Key Human Services; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Generous paid time off

Extensive training opportunities

Career development

Job summary

Key Human Services is seeking a full-time Program Specialist in Harrisburg, PA. The role involves providing leadership and support to employees while coordinating individual assessments and education for those served.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree plus two years' experience with individuals with intellectual disabilities or autism. The position offers $25.00/hr and a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of experience working with persons with intellectual disabilities or autism.
• Valid driver's license and access to a properly insured vehicle.
• Successful completion of pre-employment processing including clearances.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support to employees and individuals served within assigned programs.
• Coordinate, develop, and implement individual assessments and support plans.
• Facilitate education and skill development for individuals and the support team.

Skills

Communication skills

Intermediate computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or higher

Pennsylvania Behavior Specialist License

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

About the Role

Keystone Human Services is currently seeking a full-time Program Specialist to join our team of professionals in making a positive difference in the lives of our neighbors and the community.

The Program Specialist provides leadership and support to employees and individuals served within assigned programs. This includes the coordination, development, and implementation of individual assessments, Individual Support Plans, and education and skill development for individuals and the support team.

Benefits/Position Details

• Full time, non-exempt position
• $25.00 per hour
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k)
• Generous paid time off program
• Extensive training and learning opportunities
• Career development and advancement

Minimum Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and two (2) years’ experience working directly with persons with intellectual disabilities or autism
• Master's degree or higher and one (1) year experience working directly with persons with intellectual disabilities or autism
• Pennsylvania Behavior Specialist License

Additional Minimum Requirements

• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing, and to read, interpret, and apply written information
• Intermediate computer skills; ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and learn web-based systems
• Valid driver’s license and access to a properly insured vehicle
• Successful completion of pre-employment process, including criminal history, MVR, child abuse, and FBI clearances
• Supervisory experience preferred

EEO Statement

Keystone Human Services prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.