Program Specialist, Specialized Residential

Passavant Memorial Homes; Harmar Township (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health Insurance

401K

Paid time off (PTO)

Career development

Job summary

Passavant Memorial Homes is seeking a full-time Program Specialist for its Specialized Residential Program. The role oversees development, management, and delivery of services under the Specialized program, reporting to the Director of Specialty Supports.

Requirements include a Master’s or Bachelor’s with relevant experience working with individuals with disabilities, and specific certifications as noted. The organization offers competitive wages, health/dental/vision coverage, a 401(k),

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher with 1 year of experience with individuals with disabilities/dual diagnosis.
• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of relevant experience with individuals with disabilities/dual diagnosis.
• Train the Trainer program certification for Medication Administration (staff).
• Certified Investigators Course for investigations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate responsibilities of the Teacher Counselors and provide supervision.
• Meet regularly to review program, training needs, and progress.
• On-call for emergencies and provide residential coverage as needed.
• Schedule staff for the site and assist with interviewing and training.
• Ensure budgetary compliance and policy/regulatory adherence.
• Oversee development of Individual Support Program Plans.

Skills

Valid PA Driver’s License

Experience with disabilities

Education

Master’s degree or higher

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Train the Trainer program

Medication Administration trainer certification

Certified Investigators Course

Job description

$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS AVAILABLE!*

Passavant Memorial Homes is one of the foremost, consumer-focused providers of support to individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, and behavioral health needs. The mission of Passavant Memorial Homes is to empower individuals to live successfully in the community. Our team of professionals have been dedicated to promoting choice and independence for individuals with intellectual disabilities for more than 120 years. Throughout our history, we have continuously focused on ensuring the highest quality support and providing a variety of opportunities for our employees to develop and advance.

Passavant Memorial Homes is currently seeking a full-time Program Specialist for our Specialized Residential Program. The Program Specialist is responsible for overall development, management, and delivery of program services of the Specialized Residential program.The Program Specialist reports directly to the Director of Specialty Supports.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PROGRAM SITE SUPERVISOR:

• Coordinate responsibilities of the Teacher Counselors.
• Provide ongoing supervision as needed to the Teacher Counselors.
• Meet regularly with the Teacher Counselors to review program, training needs, and progress.
• On-call for emergencies and provide residential coverage as needed.
• Responsible for the scheduling of staff for assigned site.
• Assist with interviewing and training of the Teacher Counselors.
• Complete attendance/payroll records for residential staff.
• Assure budgetary compliance and fiscal accountability for the residential site.
• Ensure program compliance with agency policies, state and federal regulations, local monitoring standards, and contractual requirements.
• Oversee development and implementation of the Individual Support Program Plans.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Director of Specialty Supports.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE PROGRAM SITE SUPERVISOR:

• Valid PA Driver’s License, required.
• Master’s degree or higher from an accredited college or universityand one (1) year experience working directly with individualswith disabilities/dual diagnosis.

OR

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and two (2) years experience working directly with individualswith disabilities/dual diagnosis.
• Completion of the Department of Public Welfare “Train the Trainer” program and become a certified Medication Administration trainer for the staff of the community facilities, as needed.
• Completion of Certified Investigators Course to conduct and complete investigations, as needed.

PASSAVANT MEMORIAL HOMES OFFERS A VARIETY OF BENEFITS INCLUDING:

• Competitive Wages: $75,000 per year.
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage
• Generous PTO package
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Dynamic and Supportive Work Environment
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities, including nationally-recognized certifications through the National Alliance of Direct Support Professionals (NADSP)

Passavant Memorial Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

*Prospective employeehired for the Program Specialist position will receive a $5,000sign‐on bonus. New employee will receive $2,500 after completion of orientation, $1,250 after completion of 6 months of employment and $1,250 after completion of 12 months of employment. Employee must stay in full-time position to receive the whole bonus amount. Sign-on bonus is eligible for prospective employees hired from January 1, 2026 through May 31, 2026.

PMHFOS prohibits discrimination in any employment action; in admissions, referrals, operations, or delivery of services against individuals because of their race (to include hair type, hair texture, or hair style), color, religious creed (to include all aspects of religious observances and practice, as well as belief), disability, ancestry, national origin (including limited English proficiency), age (40 and over), sex (to include pregnancy status, childbirth status, breastfeeding status, sex assigned at birth, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, and differences in sex), genetic information, marital status, membership in volunteer emergency responder organization, victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, family care responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, and retaliation for initiating a complaint of discrimination or opposing or participating in the investigation of a discriminatory practice. Visit our Compliance page for more information.

PMHFOS is dedicated to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity, and nondiscrimination policies in all aspects of employment. PMHFOS celebrates diversity and has a no-tolerance policy for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We value the unique skills, background, and experience of all of our employees.