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LIFESTEPS Intellectual Disabilities - Program Specialist in Kittanning, Pennsylvania

*Lifesteps is hiring a Full-Time Disability Services Program Specialist to be based in the office in Kittanning, Armstrong County, PA. *

 Lifesteps is a non-profit human services organization which has been serving Western Pennsylvania for 100 years by "helping individuals and families with life's changing needs". The Agency provides programs and services to help those with special needs live to their fullest potential. If you have a strong desire to help others and serve the community, this is the right opportunity for you.

Position Summary: 

The ID Program Specialist is responsible for ensuring the health, safety and well-being of persons with intellectual disabilities by assisting in the development and implementation of appropriate plans for their care and development.  (i.e. Individual Plans (IP), Restrictive Procedure Plans, Social Emotional Environmental Plans, Fade Plans and Desensitization Plans.)

The Program Specialist creates an environment that empowers individuals through the development of skills and coordination of resources and supportive services. They ensure that all special needs adult individuals have regularly scheduled medical, dental, psychiatric, and psychological services in accordance with regulations and doctor recommendations.

This position is a combination of both hands on work with individuals and in the office performing administrative duties.   It is not a supervisory position.

Hours - Monday through Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm.    No evenings, No weekends, No holidays!  40 hours per week stability.

Position Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and 2 years of experience working directly with persons with intellectual disabilities or autism OR
  • 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university plus 4 years' experience working with persons with intellectual disabilities or autism.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to articulate information to a diverse audience
  • Must secure and maintain training requirements for Crisis Prevention Intervention within three months of hire
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

  • Must possess a valid driver's license which legally permits operating a motor vehicle

     

Generous Benefit Package for Full-Time Employees Includes:

  • 100% Paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Premiums
  • Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal/Emergency Time
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • 403 (b) Retirement Plan

  • Tuition Reimbursement and much more

     

Apply Today!

  • Online: www.lifesteps.net
  • *Email Resume: *careers@lifesteps.net

  • *Call: *724-283-1010

     

Lifesteps -- Where Rewarding Opportunities Start!

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*EOE/ADA *

Lifesteps is a Drug-free Workplace

 

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