What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Specialist position at Keystone Human Services?
Partnerships for People, Inc. Mission
We are seeking Program Specialists to partner with people with disabilities and help build relationships and develop skills to live and work as valued members of their community.
Program Specialist Responsibilities:
- Create a healthy, engaging living environment for individuals with intellectual disabilities
- Develop and implement Individual Support Plans and Behavior Support Plans
- Support team members in addressing behavioral and clinical concerns
- Work with the team to implement person-centered programs for each individual
- Coordinate teaching and skill development for individuals and team members
- Ensure compliance with licensing, federal, state, and local regulations, as well as health and safety policies
- Support individuals to become independent, make decisions, and live a meaningful, dignified life with valued social roles (e.g., friend, neighbor, student, employee)
Job Details:
- $26.50 per hour
- Full-time positions available
- Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more
- Generous paid time off program
- Extensive training and learning opportunities
- Career development and advancement
- Tuition reimbursement available upon eligibility
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree and one year of experience working directly with individuals with intellectual disabilities or autism
- Experience with Positive Behavior Supports and/or Applied Behavior Analysis
- Valid New Jersey Driver's License with daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing and to read, interpret, and apply written information
- Ability to learn and apply intermediate computer skills, including software and web-based systems
- Successful completion of pre-employment process, including background checks, FBI clearance, MVR, Child Abuse Record Information (CARI), and drug testing
Keystone Human Services values diversity and encourages any qualified individual to apply. We believe in creating an inclusive workplace that does not discriminate based on race, nationality, religion, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.
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