Program Specialist - Erie Residential

Barber National Institute; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Barber National Institute in Erie, PA seeks a dedicated coordinator to oversee day services for individuals with intellectual disabilities, leading the ISP development, ensuring supports align with the ISP, and completing required documentation. Collaborate with staff to design activities, monitor health and safety, coordinate licensing reviews, and maintain accurate electronic records in CareLogic.

The role requires creativity, initiative, strong communication, and ability to work with a

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 1 year of related experience, or Bachelor's with 2 years, or Associate's with 4 years.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Eligibility for State Police Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse History Clearance; FBI clearance if PA residency not met.
• Successful completion of Medication Administration Training, CPR, and First Aid Certification (provided upon hire).

Responsibilities

• Oversees and ensures health and safety of consumers to the maximum extent possible.
• Ensures ISP-driven needs are met with safe, appropriate activities.
• Prepares and coordinates licensing inspections and contractual reviews; ensures services meet standards.
• Serves as internal liaison for families, supports coordinator, and team members.
• Updates and validates electronic health records in CareLogic.
• Prepares meeting agendas, coordinates meetings, and records minutes.
• Collects and maintains consumer data for intake, annual skill and health assessment, and quarterly progress reviews.
• Works with family to secure health documents within required timeframes.
• Supports Residential Supervisor by providing training and education to facility staff on licensing standards.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Creativity

Self-motivation

Record management

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

Job description

Overview:

This an exciting position that coordinates day services for individuals with intellectual disabilities, including leading the development of the Individual Support Plan (ISP), ensuring that supports are provided as per the ISP, and completing required documentation.

This position works with staff to develop and implement activities that support the individual in achieving their desired outcomes. This rolerequires creativity, self-initiation, record management proficiency, solid problem solving skills, and the ability to work well with all members of the Plan Team. Help make a person's Dreams Come True.

What you’ll have:

• Master's degree and 1 year experience working directly with persons with intellectual disabilities or;
• Bachelor's and 2 years experience working directly with persons with intellectual disabilities or;
• Associate's degree and 4 years experience working directly with persons with intellectual disabilities.
• Valid Driver's License
• Eligibility for State Police Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse History Clearance. FBI clearance required for individuals who do not meet PA residency requirements.
• Successful completion of Medication Administration Training, CPR, and First Aid Certification (provided upon hire).

A typical day-to-day may include:

• Oversees and ensures the health and safety of consumers to the maximum extent possible.
• Ensures that the individual’s needs and desires are met per their ISP and that activities provided are safe and appropriate.
• Prepares and coordinates the appropriate aspects of licensing inspections and contractual reviews and ensures that services always meet required standards.
• Serves as the internal liaison and contact person for the individual’s family/caregiver, supports coordinator, and other team members.
• Updates and validates information contained in each individuals’ electronic health record within CareLogic.
• Prepares meeting agendas, coordinates meetings, and maintains meeting minutes as required or when needed to discuss concerns.
• Collects and maintains consumer data for intake, annual skill and health assessment, and quarterly progress reviews.
• Works with family/caregiver to secure required health documents within the required time frames and verifies that all necessary elements are included.
• Supports the Residential Supervisor by providing technical assistance, training, and education to facility staff on licensing and contractual standards.

What you’ll bring:

• A genuine passion for supporting individuals with disabilities and helping them achieve their goals.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with team members and clients.
• Strong critical thinking skills to address challenges and implement creative, person-centered solutions.
• Comfort in working in a dynamic environment and adjusting to the evolving needs of the program and clients.