Program Specialist

Community Options, Inc.

Philadelphia (Philadelphia County)

On-site

USD 49,500 - 60,500

Full time

14 days+

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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 Philadelphia, PA is seeking a Full-Time Program Specialist to support individuals with developmental disabilities in a community-based residential setting. The role uses best practices and technology to help clients acquire essential life skills and to live as independently as possible, while adapting to crisis moments and flexible schedules.

Starting pay is $55,000 per year. Responsibilities include evaluating staff, managing budgets and schedules, coordinating

Qualifications

Master’s degree or higher with 1 year of work with individuals with intellectual disability or autism
Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of work with individuals with intellectual disability or autism
Associate’s degree or 60 credit hours with 4 years of work with individuals with intellectual disability or autism

Responsibilities

Complete staff evaluations (90‑day and annual reviews)
Monitor and maintain residential budgets
Manage staff schedules and ensure adequate staffing
Schedule trainings, seminars, and conferences
Prepare progress reports for individuals and supports team
Participate in Circle(s) of Support and IDT meetings
Maintain documentation and ensure accuracy
Assist in crisis response and in direct support duties as needed

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Crisis management

Team orientation

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree or 60 credit hours

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non‑profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are seeking a Full‑Time Program Specialist in Philadelphia, PA. The Program Specialist uses best practices and technology within a community‑based residential setting to teach individuals with developmental disabilities how to acquire the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social skills needed to live as independently as possible. This person must be able to handle the pressure of training in a public environment, exercise patience, work with flexible schedules, and respond to crisis situations. Ingenuity and creativity must be utilized when determining the best training methods, assistance, and supports for an individual with developmental disabilities.

Starting pay is $55,000/per year

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
Participate in Circle(s) of Support for personal future planning
Monitor and schedule house and vehicle maintenance
Assist in maintaining and monitoring of consumer’s finances
Monitor and report the health and medical needs of individuals
Build a support network between individuals and community members
Prepare progress reports for individuals’ immediate support group, including their family and/or guardian, staff, employment specialist, case manager, and other professionals
Ensure consistent service delivery that connects work, home, and recreational needs
Serve as an active member of an individuals’ Inter‑Disciplinary Team (IDT), which includes involvement in Individual Habilitation Plan development
Submit monthly written reports to the appropriate individuals outlining operational status, progress, and concerns
May perform the duties of direct support professionals as necessary, in accordance with current staffing needs
Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned

Minimum Requirements

A master’s degree or above from an accredited college or university and 1 year of work experience working directly with individuals with an intellectual disability or autism.
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and 2 years of work experience working directly with individuals with an intellectual disability or autism.
An associate’s degree or 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university and 4 years of work experience working directly with individuals with an intellectual disability or autism.
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.
Excellent time management skills.