UPMC
UPMC is hiring a Program Specialist. The Program Specialist will be responsible for the timely completion of assessments paperwork, which includes annual assessments, monthly and quarterly reports. The Program Specialist will work with Clean Sweep, a program that serves adults with intellectual disabilities and cleans state and agency sites. There are currently 22 individuals in the program, designed for them to earn a wage and gain the skills necessary for competitive community employment.
Responsibilities
Plan Development & Implementation: Accurately develop and implement Individual Support Plans (ISP), Fade Plans, SEEP, and Behavior Plans in compliance with Allegheny County and Department of Public Welfare regulations.
Assessment & Documentation: Conduct assessments for up to 45 individuals, coordinate reconciliation meetings, and ensure thorough documentation of ISP reviews and updates.
Team Coordination: Provide documentation to team members, inform them of their rights, and instruct direct care staff on health and safety needs.
Service Monitoring: Monitor and evaluate services provided to participants, report discrepancies, and act as Plan Lead when needed.
Direct Support: Offer direct care, personal assistance, transportation, and support during evenings as needed.
Training & Compliance: Complete 24 hours of approved annual training and ensure adherence to company, county, and state policies.
Vocational Support: Write, implement, and monitor vocational goals; prepare payroll sheets for submission.
Quality Assurance: Conduct quarterly chart checks and review monthly documentation of individual progress.
Behavior Management: Develop behavior management plans for individuals without an authorized Behavior Specialist.
Team Relations: Maintain effective, cooperative relationships with consumers and team members to foster a positive work environment.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Social Science/Human Services.
Education must be through an accredited college or university in Administration, Business, Special Education, Psychology, Public Health, Rehabilitation, Social Work, Speech Pathology, Audiology, Occupational therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, or other human service field, which includes at least 15 credit hours in human services.
At least 2 years of experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances
Act 73 if they have lived outside of PA in the past 2 years.
ACRE or CESP certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC).
Driver’s License.
Act 34.
OAPSA.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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Responsibilities
Plan Development & Implementation: Accurately develop and implement Individual Support Plans (ISP), Fade Plans, SEEP, and Behavior Plans in compliance with Allegheny County and Department of Public Welfare regulations.
Assessment & Documentation: Conduct assessments for up to 45 individuals, coordinate reconciliation meetings, and ensure thorough documentation of ISP reviews and updates.
Team Coordination: Provide documentation to team members, inform them of their rights, and instruct direct care staff on health and safety needs.
Service Monitoring: Monitor and evaluate services provided to participants, report discrepancies, and act as Plan Lead when needed.
Direct Support: Offer direct care, personal assistance, transportation, and support during evenings as needed.
Training & Compliance: Complete 24 hours of approved annual training and ensure adherence to company, county, and state policies.
Vocational Support: Write, implement, and monitor vocational goals; prepare payroll sheets for submission.
Quality Assurance: Conduct quarterly chart checks and review monthly documentation of individual progress.
Behavior Management: Develop behavior management plans for individuals without an authorized Behavior Specialist.
Team Relations: Maintain effective, cooperative relationships with consumers and team members to foster a positive work environment.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Social Science/Human Services.
Education must be through an accredited college or university in Administration, Business, Special Education, Psychology, Public Health, Rehabilitation, Social Work, Speech Pathology, Audiology, Occupational therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, or other human service field, which includes at least 15 credit hours in human services.
At least 2 years of experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances
Act 73 if they have lived outside of PA in the past 2 years.
ACRE or CESP certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC).
Driver’s License.
Act 34.
OAPSA.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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