Intellectual Disability- Program Specialist

Keystone Human Services; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $5000

Full-time position

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Keystone Human Services is seeking a full-time Program Specialist to join our team in Malvern. The role involves leadership and support for both staff and individuals served, including coordination, development, and implementation of assessments and Individual Support Plans, plus education and skill development.

The position offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus, a competitive benefits package, paid time off, extensive training, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support to employees and individuals served within assigned programs.
• Coordinate, develop, and implement assessments and Individual Support Plans; facilitate education and skill development.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Supervisory experience

Reading and interpreting information

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree + 2 years of relevant experience

Master's degree + 1 year of relevant experience

Pennsylvania Behavior Specialist License

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Web-based systems

Job description

Sign on Bonus

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:

• $5000 Sign-on bonus as eligible per incentive guidelines
• Full time, non-exempt position
• $25.00 per hour
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, and more
• Generous paid time off program
• Extensive training and learning opportunities
• Career development and advancement

Minimum Educational Requirements: (One of the following)

• 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 be able 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 properly insured vehicle
• Successful completion of pre-employment process, including Criminal History, MVR, Child Abuse and FBI clearances
• Supervisory experience is preferred

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.