Program Specialist

Passavant Memorial Homes • Mount Pleasant Township, PA

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About The Position

Passavant Memorial Homes is seeking a full-time Program Specialist for the Mount Pleasant area. The position manages and oversees the safety and well-being of individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, mental health, and behavioral health needs in a residential setting. It coordinates activities and community integration in accordance with each individual’s Individual Plan (IP) and reports directly to the Program Operations Director.

The Program Specialist supervises Direct Support Professionals, oversees program operations and fiscal accountability, and contributes to the development, review, and implementation of Individual Plans in accordance with applicable 6400 regulations. A $2,500 sign-on bonus is available to eligible hires made from September 15, 2026, through November 30, 2026, with payments tied to completion of orientation and six- and twelve-month employment milestones.

Requirements

• At least two years of supervisory experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience with 6400 regulations.
• One of the following education and experience combinations: a master’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university and one year of experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities; a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and two years of such experience; or an associate’s degree or 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university and four years of such experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide and supervise activities for individuals in accordance with their specific IP, including opportunities for community integration.
• Coordinate and oversee the responsibilities of Direct Support Professionals.
• Complete attendance and payroll records for Direct Support Professionals.
• Hold regular meetings with Direct Support Professionals to review program needs and progress and provide necessary training.
• Ensure budgetary compliance and fiscal accountability for all residential programs.
• Ensure programs adhere to established policies and procedures.
• Provide assessment for the development of the IP, the annual IP update, and IP revisions as required under CH. 6400.181(a).
• Participate in the IP process, including development, team reviews, and implementation in accordance with 6400 regulations.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Program Operations Director.

Benefits

• $2,500 sign-on bonus for eligible hires, paid in installments after orientation and at six and twelve months of employment.
• Competitive wages of $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).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree