Program Specialist – Community Supports & IDT

Community Options, Inc.; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Benefits

Paid Holidays—Birthday Holiday

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. seeks a Full-Time Program Specialist in King of Prussia, PA. The role uses best practices in a community-based residential setting to help individuals with developmental disabilities acquire independence, managing crisis situations with patience and flexible scheduling.

Starting pay is $55,000 per year. Responsibilities include evaluations, budget monitoring, staff scheduling, trainings, reporting, and coordinating supports with families, IDT members and professionals.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher with 1 year of experience working directly with individuals with an intellectual disability or autism.
• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of related experience.
• Associate’s degree or 60 credit hours with 4 years of related experience.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
• Complete all state and agency required training.
• Team-oriented with demonstrated leadership experience.
• Experience solving problems with multiple priorities.
• Ability to establish supportive relationships 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.

Responsibilities

• Complete staff evaluations including 90-day and annual reviews.
• Monitor and maintain residential budgets.
• Manage staff schedules and ensure shifts are adequately staffed.
• Monitor and schedule required trainings, seminars, and conferences.
• Monitor documentation to ensure accuracy.
• Participate in Circle(s) of Support for future planning.
• Monitor house and vehicle maintenance.
• Assist in finances monitoring for consumers.
• Monitor health and medical needs of individuals.
• Build a support network between individuals and community members.
• Prepare progress reports for support groups.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Leadership experience

Crisis management

Problem solving

Time management

Team orientation

Relationship building

Education

Master's degree or higher (1+ year in field)

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

Associate's degree or 60 credit hours + 4 years experience

Job description

Community Options, Inc. seeks a Full-Time Program Specialist in King of Prussia, PA. The role uses best practices in a community-based residential setting to help individuals with developmental disabilities acquire independence, managing crisis situations with patience and flexible scheduling.

Starting pay is $55,000 per year. Responsibilities include evaluations, budget monitoring, staff scheduling, trainings, reporting, and coordinating supports with families, IDT members and professionals.