Keystone Human Services is currently seeking a Program Specialist to join our team of professionals in making a positive difference in the lives of our neighbors and the community.

The Work:

• Create a healthy, engaging, typical home for people with intellectual disabilities
• Coordinate and complete Social Emotional Environmental Needs assessments for individuals
• Develop and implement Individual Support Plans and Behavior Support Plans and any plans containing restrictions
• Support team members in addressing behavioral and other clinical concerns
• Work with team to implement person-centered effective programs for each individual
• Coordinate teaching and skill development for individuals and team members
• Complete application and monitor benefits for individuals (ex: SNAP, Waiver, Supplemental Habilitation)
• Ensure compliance with 6400 regulations
• Support individuals to become independent, make decisions, and live a meaningful dignified life with valued social roles (ex: friend, neighbor, student, employee)

The Perks:

• Knowing you make a difference everyday
• Full time
• $24.50 per hour
• $2,500 Sign on bonus eligible per incentive guidelines
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K and more
• Generous paid time off program
• Extensive training and learning opportunities
• Career development and advancement
• Tuition reimbursement available per eligibility guidelines

Minimum Educational Requirements: (One of the following)

• Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years’ experience working directly with persons with intellectual disabilities or autism.
• Master’s degree or higher and one (1) year experience working directly with persons with intellectual disabilities or autism.
• Pennsylvania Behavior Specialist License.

Additional Minimum Requirements:

• At least 18 years of age
• Basic computer skills with the ability to utilize internal software programs
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Successful completion of required trainings within specified timeframes, including First Aid and CPR certifications and others mandated by regulations
• Valid Driver’s License with daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle
• Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including motor vehicle record and criminal background checks

Keystone Human Services is committed to an inclusive workplace that does not discriminate against 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. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply.

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.