Program Specialist

Witco is currently hiring for a Program Specialist to oversee our work service programs at our Caldwell Location. This position is essential for providing meaningful work experiences and personal growth opportunities for individuals with disabilities by fostering skill development while maintaining regulatory compliance. The role balances administrative duties, staff supervision, and direct support for participants. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Coordinates and implements activities for participating individuals of the workshop, matching the participants' skills with available production work. Supervises shop staff and coordinates the implementation of services to ensure the best vocational outcomes, reviewing program caseloads to prioritize workload. Assigns individuals to specific tasks, such as shredding, sorting, assembling, labeling, or hand packing products or components. Demonstrates job duties to disabled individuals and observes workers performing tasks to ensure understanding of job duties. Oversees time studies to monitor and track participant progress and outcomes. Completes annual review meetings with State Program Monitors to update and review participant goals and progress. Maintains a safe and effective shop environment for participants and staff, in conformance with CARF standards, State and Federal regulations (OSHA). KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Manage and supervise shop staff. Work closely with program participants to ensure their safety, well-being, and personal growth. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines. Monitor and track participant progress and outcomes. Collaborate with families, caregivers, and external service providers to create individualized plans for participants. Maintain a safe and clean shop environment. QUALIFICATIONS Familiarity with vocational workshops, supported employment, and integrated employment practices is preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication. Managerial experience. REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree in human services, mental health, social services, or related field. 3‑5 years of supervisory/managerial experience. Community Service & Case Management experience preferred. Intermediate computer skills. Employment references required. Criminal history background with fingerprinting from the DHW Background Check Unit. Successfully complete the at‑hire drug screen. BENEFITS 100% company‑paid benefits include health, dental, vision, long‑term disability, and life insurance. We also offer vacation, sick, and holiday pay. At 1 year of employment, employees are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with company match. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr