Lifesteps-posted 4 months ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Kittanning, PA
Educational Services

Lifesteps, a non-profit, human service agency based in Butler, PA is currently hiring a Community Homes Program Director to oversee Residential Client Homes for the Worthington and Kittanning areas. This position will supervise 4 to 5 Community Homes which provide direct care services to special needs adults who have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. As a primary, leadership role within the organization, the Program Director ensures that participants receive a high level of quality care and are treated with respect and dignity. The role advocates for the IDD individuals to support their person-centered care and healthy outcomes. The Director will oversee the development and implementation of Individual Support Plans (ISPs), Individual Social/Emotional/ Environmental Plans, Behavior Plans, and Restrictive Plans. Program Directors are responsible for oversight of frontline Supervisors and some direct care staff. They administer performance reviews, disciplinary actions, create work schedules, assist with training new staff, report on monthly metrics, and are a member of the Agency Communication Team. This full-time position works Monday through Friday, daylight hours, with on-call duties.

  • Oversee 4 to 5 Community Homes providing direct care services to special needs adults.
  • Ensure participants receive high-quality care and are treated with respect and dignity.
  • Advocate for IDD individuals to support person-centered care and healthy outcomes.
  • Oversee the development and implementation of Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and other related plans.
  • Supervise frontline Supervisors and direct care staff.
  • Administer performance reviews and disciplinary actions.
  • Create work schedules and assist with training new staff.
  • Report on monthly metrics.
  • Participate as a member of the Agency Communication Team.
  • An Associate's Degree and 6 years of experience working directly with persons with disabilities, the elderly, or children and youth and 4 years of Supervisory experience required, OR
  • A Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of experience working directly with persons with disabilities, the elderly, or children and youth and 2 years of Management or Supervisory experience required, OR
  • A Master's Degree and 1 year of experience working directly with persons with disabilities, the elderly, or children and youth and 1 year of Supervisor or Management experience required.
  • Valid Driver's License.
  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. without assistance.
  • Acceptable clearances required.
  • Must become a PA Certified Investigator and obtain Medication Administration Certification within 6 months of hire.
  • Preferred majors are: Human Services, Special Education, Psychology, Family Relations, Health Administration, Social Services, Counseling, or similar.
  • 100% employer paid premiums for Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick time
  • Paid Personal time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Life Insurance
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement opportunities
  • 403B Retirement Plan Option
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Your Birthday off with pay, and more!
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