Job Description
Job DescriptionBenefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Program Specialist will have the responsibility for the leadership and supervision of all assigned DSPs delivering services while employed with Soul Care Life Services, Inc. The Program Specialist will understand, support, and promote the mission of SCLS, which is to offer compassionate and loving support to individuals and families physically, spiritually, and emotionally. Our goal is to empower independent living in the community with comfortable surroundings, caring, heathy services and encouragement.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
MANAGEMENT:
Provide shift coverage as needed
Managing the day-to-day operations of homes assigned
Coordinating and monitoring all supports provided to the Individuals under your supervision
Ensuring Individuals have valuable roles in the community
Managing time and attendance for Individuals and Staff of each resident assigned
Managing program expenses thru reporting expenses to administration
Understand and adhere to Individual Support Plans (ISP) for all Individuals served
Supporting all Individuals in achieving goals in ISP
Understand routines and preferences of Individuals served
Co-ordinate and manage all services and support for Individuals served
Ability to problem solve
Respond to all emergency situations as emergencies emerge
SUPERVISION:
Provide shift coverage as needed, supervision and mentoring of staff assigned
Daily supervision and oversight of all Individuals assigned
Development of employee knowledge of corporations policies, procedures, and professional standards as well as federal, state, and county regulations
Train newly hired staff, conduct and track annual training of staff assigned to ensure annual requirements are accomplished
Complete annual evaluations on all staff assigned
Promote person-centered planning, social connections, and all principles of Everyday Lives
MANAGEMENT OF HEALTH & SAFETY FOR INDIVIDUALS SERVED:
Adhere to ISP of each Individual and promote to all staff
Assist Individual to reach obtainable goals
Assist with integrating Individual in community
Promote treating Individuals with respect and dignity
Ensure emotional and social needs of Individuals are met
Ensure all medical needs are offered while respecting the rights of Individual
Provide healthy relationship skills to Individuals assigned
Develop and maintain family connections
Promote family involvement for goal setting focused on strengths of Individual
Ensure direct care is provided for safety, security and well-being of Individuals served
Attend all medical appointments for Individuals assigned
Maintain proper documentation of Individuals records
Timely submits required documentation in according to organization policies
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES:
Provide shift coverage as needed
Commitment to the mission and vision of the organization
Understand and adhere to the corporations policies and procedures
Understand and adhere to federal, state, and county regulations
Maintain mandatory 40 hours annual training on compliance and integrity
Complete ALL other duties as assigned
HOURS:
37.5 hours per week
Schedule can include varying days and hours including periodic observation of all shifts; on-call as needed
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors Degree with a minimum of two years work experience working directly with individuals in human services
(or individuals who experience intellectual disability and autism)
Experience with 6400 regulations
Valid Pennsylvania driver's license; use of personal vehicle may be required