Parenting Support Specialist - Empower Families & Plans

Breathe Project; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company-Paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

Achieva is seeking a Parenting Support Professional to assist families with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving child and life goals. The role involves collaboration with families to create Person-Centered plans, ISP/IFSP/IEP development, and safety-conscious support in daily activities.

The position emphasizes person-centered goals, community engagement, and teamwork with social services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services/Social Science and one year of related experience.
• Effective communication, organizational, interpersonal, and planning skills required.
• Satisfactory Act 33 and 34 clearances, and FBI clearance as required.
• Valid license to drive in the State of Pennsylvania and insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the development of Person-Centered plans. Understand and implement each Person’s Person-Centered Plan and ISP.
• Support the Person in creating IFSP and IEP for self or child(ren).
• Respect each person's right to make choices and exercise self-determination.
• Support health and safety while understanding PSP is a mandated reporter.
• Provide opportunities to explore community interests and build relationships.
• Build positive relationships with family members and team members involved with child protective services.
• Assist with meetings, appointments, and documentation; maintain daily schedules and report changes.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Planning skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services/Social Science

Job description

Achieva is seeking a Parenting Support Professional to assist families with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving child and life goals. The role involves collaboration with families to create Person-Centered plans, ISP/IFSP/IEP development, and safety-conscious support in daily activities.

The position emphasizes person-centered goals, community engagement, and teamwork with social services.