Specialist, Person Directed Supports (Human Services)

UCP Central PA•Monroe Township, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At UCP Central PA, we share a passion and a purpose: to empower people of diverse abilities to live a meaningful life through innovative support and services. We also work to relentlessly pursue a vision of communities that embrace the abilities of every individual. If you would like to start an exciting job with a company committed to excellence and innovation, all while doing what we do, please consider joining the UCP of Central PA team! When it comes to where you work, we know you’ve got choices…here’s what we provide: Pay Rate: Negotiable, based on experience Position Status: Full-time Schedule: 37.5 + hours per week, Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Benefits may include: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan with Company Match, Life and Disability Insurance, Company Contributions to Your Health Savings Account, Paid Time Off, and more! Same day pay available with Tapcheck! As a non-profit employer, UCP participates with the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program - full-time employees may be eligible for the remaining balance on their Direct Loans to be forgiven!

Requirements

6 months to 2 years of previous job-related experience expected
High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate required
A valid driver’s license and 6 months driving experience
Access to a vehicle with valid insurance, registration, and inspection
Knowledge specific to the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or autism
Ability to communicate, read, write, and understand the English language

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or technical certification within a related area preferred
2 to 5 years of previous job-related experience preferred
Knowledge of applicable compliance regulations (i.e., Chapter 51, 2380, 6400)

Responsibilities

Establish and sustain a productive relationship with parents and guardians of Agency with Choice participants, and the designated Managing Employer and Support Service Professional(s) of each Agency with Choice participant.
Establish and sustain productive working relationships with all local and state agencies.
Conduct annual visits with each Managing Employer to support the Managing Employer, review satisfaction and compliance with Agency with Choice (performance reviews, updating of emergency back-up form, updating staff roles, updating HMA, completion of all required paperwork).
Attend all ISP meetings and document information into Matrix.
Update daily activity logs, task sheets, and transportation logs, as necessary, with specific participant outcomes; including the distribution of required forms to Managing Employers and Support Service Professionals.
Provide re-education training and on-going training for Managing Employers and Support Service Professionals.
Manage and audit all time submitted (review for accuracy, audit for over utilization and overtime, communicate with Managing Employer if over utilization occurs, review service documentation corresponding to time sheets). Manage overtime ensuring follow-up with Managing Employer regarding any concerns (i.e. issue notice memos).
Manage and record (i.e. Matrix activity notes) all on-going communications (i.e. e-mails and telephone calls) to and from Managing Employers, Support Service Professionals, and other staff members regarding services, complaints, questions, and/or concerns.