Program Specialist

Community Services Group • Bethlehem, PA

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About The Position

The Program Specialist is responsible for the completion and coordination of the individual’s assessment, for the development, review, update, and revision of the Individual Support Plan (ISP). You are responsible for the implementation of goal plans in the areas of independent functioning, physical development, communication skills, academic, adaptive behavior, community skills and daily living skills in order to promote greater independence. The Program Specialist reports directly to the Program Director.

Requirements

• A master’s degree or above from an accredited college or university and 1 year of work experience working directly with individuals with an intellectual disability or autism
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and 2 years of work experience working directly with individuals with an intellectual disability or autism
• An associate’s degree or 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university and 4 years of work experience working directly with individuals with an intellectual disability or autism
• A valid driver’s license, good driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle to attend trainings, meetings, and/or transport individuals to appointments.

Nice To Haves

• Increase possible based on relevant IDD experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides training to employees which includes new employee on the job training and orientation.
• Coordinates and completes initial and on-going assessments of individuals.
• Coordinates and develops, reviews, and ensures implementation of individual support plans.
• Works collaboratively with other professionals involved in the individual’s services, such as behavior specialists or therapists, to ensure plans are implemented and progress documented.
• Develops and ensures implementation of planned program activities.
• Coordinates and serves as team leader in multidisciplinary team meetings pertaining to the individual’s service plan.
• Develops educational and training materials, presents educational materials on various aspects of programs and provides assistance to employees related to Person-Centered Planning, ISPs, Outcomes and Self-Determination.
• Reports and enters incidents as outlined in the Incident Management Bulletin and CSG’s policy on Incident Management.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Prescription, & Vision Insurance available for employees, spouses, domestic partners, & dependents who qualify.
• Generous Paid Time Off & Other Paid Leave
• Extensive Paid Training
• Career Development Opportunities
• Flexible Pay Options through myFlexPay
• Family Medical and Parental Leave
• Flexible spending accounts for medical & dependent care
• Traditional or Roth 401K Plans with up to 4% employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance
• Mentor/Mentee Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level