EOC PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Job Description

Job Description

McGUIRE MEMORIAL

PROGRAM SPECIALIST

EMPLOYMENT OPTION CENTER- MOON TWP

$ 23.00-25.00

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A calling to serve — with benefits that care for you too! We invest in our people as much as our mission, highly competitive benefits package, very low cost!

We are a ministry providing comprehensive services to children and adults who have physical and intellectual disabilities. Immerse yourself in the joy and fulfilments you will experience when helping others live life to the fullest!

The Program Specialist will provide direct case management service to a caseload of adult consumers who participate at the EOC. Individuals who participate in the program are interested in developing employment skills, life skills and self- advocacy. Program Specialist will be responsible for providing the development, monitoring and implementation of individual support plan.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Required minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services Field, Special Education, Psychology or Social Services

• Required at least one years’ direct hands on experience supporting people with intellectual disabilities, autism or dual diagnosis

• Some Supervisory experience is preferred.

• Excellent leadership, communication, writing and computer skills a must

• Must be a team player with the ability to also work independently

JOB DUTIES:

• Conduct Annual Assessments of skill levels as assigned

• Complete annual interest inventory to determine interest, choices and preferences

• Develop program support goals that are individualized and comprehensive, utilizing positive strategies to develop skills

• Provide guidance and support to all vocational training assistants, job coaches, and direct support staff

• Monitor and analyze data monthly and completing summary of progress

• Ensure completion of all required regulatory documentation in timely manner

• Responsible for participation in all meetings for individuals

• Complete ACRE training to be a job coach if needed

• Maintain regular direct communication to support coordinators, families, guardians

• Provide hands on support to individuals as needed

• Provide direct crisis support to individuals as needed

Daily work schedule is Monday – Friday 7:30 – 3:30

BENEFITS:

• Health, Prescription, Dental, and Vision, for employee & eligible family members effective on hire date.

• 401 (k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

• Disability coverage and Life insurance after 1 year

• 7 paid holidays plus Veteran's Day (Veteran's only)

• Opportunity for advancement

• Generous paid time off (PTO)

REQUIREMENTS (all provided by McGuire):

• Ability to pass physical and drug screening

• Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance

• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check

• FBI Federal Criminal History Record (fingerprinting)

• TB testing

McGuire Memorial is an Equal Opportunity Employment