Intellectual Disability- Program Specialist

Keystone Human Services • Harrisburg, PA

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About The Position

Keystone Human Services is seeking a full-time Program Specialist to support people with intellectual disabilities or autism and the employees who work with them. The Program Specialist provides leadership and support to employees and individuals served within assigned programs. The role coordinates, develops, and implements individual assessments, Individual Support Plans, and education and skill development for individuals and their support teams.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position paying $27.00 per hour. The position requires one of the listed education and experience pathways or a Pennsylvania Behavior Specialist License, along with the additional minimum requirements described below.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following educational and experience requirements: a bachelor’s degree and two years of experience working directly with persons with intellectual disabilities or autism; a master’s degree or higher and one year of experience working directly with persons with intellectual disabilities or autism; or a Pennsylvania Behavior Specialist License.
• Communicate orally and in writing, and read, interpret, and apply written information.
• Have intermediate computer skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and learn web-based systems.
• Have a valid driver’s license and access to a properly insured vehicle.
• Successfully complete the pre-employment process, including Criminal History, MVR, Child Abuse, and FBI clearances.

Nice To Haves

• Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support to employees and individuals served within assigned programs.
• Coordinate, develop, and implement individual assessments and Individual Support Plans.
• Coordinate, develop, and implement education and skill development for individuals and their support teams.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401K.
• Generous paid time off program.
• Extensive training and learning opportunities.
• Career development and advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time