Partnerships for People, Inc. is seeking Program Specialists to join in the mission of partnering with people with disabilities to help build relationships and develop skills to live and work as valued members of their community.

The Program Specialist provides leadership and support to employees and individuals supported within assigned programs. This includes the coordination, development, education, and implementation of individual assessments, support plans, behavioral interventions, and skill development for individuals and the support team.  

Responsibilities Include:

• Create a healthy, engaging, typical home for people with intellectual disabilities
• Develop and implement Individual Support Plans and Behavior Support Plans
• 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
• Ensure compliance with all 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 (ex: friend, neighbor, student, employee)

Job Details:

• $26.50 per hour
• Full Time positions available
• 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 requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and one (1) year experience working directly with persons 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 both orally and in writing and to be able to read, interpret and apply written information.
• Ability to learn and apply intermediate computer skills, including the use of software and other 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 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.