Program Specialist

About the role

The Program Specialist is responsible for the completion and coordination of individual assessments, development, review, update, and revision of the Individual Support Plan (ISP). You will implement goal plans in areas such as independent functioning, physical development, communication skills, academic, adaptive behavior, community skills, and daily living skills to promote greater independence. This position reports directly to the Program Director and is part of our Adult Intellectual and/or Disabilities (IDD) Services.

Responsibilities

• Provides training to employees, including new employee on-the-job training and orientation.
• Coordinates and completes initial and ongoing assessments of individuals.
• Develops, reviews, and ensures implementation of individual support plans.
• Works collaboratively with other professionals (e.g., behavior specialists or therapists) to ensure plans are implemented and progress documented.
• Develops and ensures implementation of planned program activities.
• Coordinates and serves as team leader in multidisciplinary team meetings pertaining to the individual’s service plan.
• Develops educational and training materials, presents on various aspects of programs, and provides assistance to employees related to Person-Centered Planning, ISPs, Outcomes, and Self-Determination.
• Reports and enters incidents as outlined in the Incident Management Bulletin and CSG’s policy on Incident Management.

Requirements

This position requires one of the following combinations of education and experience:

• A master’s degree or above from an accredited college or university and 1 year of work experience working directly with individuals with an intellectual disability or autism; or
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and 2 years of work experience working directly with individuals with an intellectual disability or autism; or
• An associate’s degree or 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university and 4 years of work experience working directly with individuals with an intellectual disability or autism.

Additional requirements include:

• A valid driver’s license, good driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle to attend trainings, meetings, and/or transport individuals to appointments.
• Able to work flexible hours.

Schedule

Full-Time (40 hours per week) with Monday to Friday, 8AM to 4PM hours. Must be able to work flexible hours to meet individual and program needs.

Pay

$25.00/hour, with increases possible based on relevant IDD experience.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Prescription, & Vision Insurance available for employees, spouses, domestic partners, & dependents who qualify.
• Generous Paid Time Off & Other Paid Leave.
• Extensive Paid Training.
• Career Development Opportunities.
• Flexible Pay Options through myFlexPay.
• Family Medical and Parental Leave.
• Flexible spending accounts for medical & dependent care.
• Traditional or Roth 401K Plans with up to 4% employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Life Insurance.
• Wellness Opportunities.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Mentor/Mentee Opportunities.

Health Insurance & Benefits availability will vary.