Intellectual Disability - Program Specialist Trainee

Keystone Human Services, Inc.; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Extensive training and learning

Career development and advancement

Job summary

Keystone Human Services in Mechanicsburg, PA seeks a Program Specialist Trainee to support independence for individuals with intellectual disabilities. You will assist supervisors and Direct Support Professionals and work with a Behavioral Health Professional on assessments and care plans, including behavioral support.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of relevant experience, plus CPR/First Aid training and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and one year experience with intellectual disabilities or autism.
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written.
• Basic computer skills with internal software.
• Driver’s license and daily access to a vehicle.
• Completion of required trainings including First Aid and CPR.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Area Supervisor and Direct Support Professionals to enhance independence for individuals supported.
• Collaborate with the Behavioral Health Professional to develop and implement assessments and support plans, including behavioral plans.
• Support development and execution of individual assessments and plans of care.
• Contribute to the success and coordination of care through teamwork with staff.

Skills

Effective communication

Driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Intellectual Disability - Program Specialist Trainee### Intellectual Disability - Program Specialist TraineeApply: Mechanicsburg, PA: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R23999Keystone Human Services is currently seeking a Program Specialist Trainee to join our team of professionals in making a positive difference in the lives of our neighbors and the community. The Program Specialist Trainee assists the Area Supervisor and Direct Support Professionals to enhance and promote the independence of the individuals supported. The Program Specialist Trainee works closely with the Behavioral Health Professional who will provide direction and support in the development and implementation of individual assessments, individual support plans and other associated plans of care, including behavioral support. Job Details/Benefits:* Knowing you make a difference everyday* Full time* $22.00 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 Requirements:* Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and one year experience working directly with persons with intellectual disabilities or autism* Intermediate computer skills with the ability to utilize internal software programs* Effective communication skills, both verbal and written* Successful completion of required trainings within specified timeframes, including First Aid and CPR certifications and others mandated by regulations* Valid Driver’s License with daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle* Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including motor vehicle record and criminal background checksKeystone 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.