Program Specialist - Community Living Arrangements
About the Role
As a Program Specialist – CLA, you’ll oversee residential sites and support staff while ensuring high-quality care for individuals in the Community Living Arrangement (CLA) program. You’ll play a key role in developing, implementing, and monitoring Individual Support Plans (ISPs), helping individuals achieve their personal goals and live as independently as possible.
Why You’ll Love Saint Joseph’s Center
At St. Joseph’s Center, you’re part of a team that truly makes a difference. You’ll help individuals build independence, reach personal goals, and live fulfilling lives. We offer a supportive, team-focused environment where your leadership is valued, your growth is encouraged, and your work has a lasting impact.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and support residential staff, including training and performance oversight
- Develop, implement, and monitor Individual Support Plans (ISPs)
- Attend ISP meetings and ensure assessments, outcomes, and documentation are completed on time
- Conduct regular site visits and ensure quality care across all assigned homes
- Coordinate staff schedules, review time records, and assist with hiring
- Respond to on-call emergencies and complete required reports and investigations
- Ensure compliance with 6400 regulations and program policies
- Collaborate with families, support coordinators, and outside providers
- Support community-based activities and monitor individual progress
- Lead staff meetings, trainings, and ongoing development
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus 24/7 no-cost telehealth for you and your family
- Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
- Paid time off and holidays
- 401(K) with company contribution and match
- Tuition reimbursement and paid training
- Paid Parental Leave available after one year of employment
- Employee referral bonuses
- National and local discounts
- Employee Assistance Program for counseling, legal, financial, and family support resources
Competitive wage with opportunities for advancement and additional compensation based on experience and responsibilities.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree or at least 60 college credits and a minimum of 4 years’ experience working with individuals with disabilities OR Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years’ experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Supervisory experience preferred
- Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
- Valid PA Driver’s License and ability to travel between sites
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk throughout the day
- Ability to lift light items as needed
- Ability to travel regularly between program locations