Program Specialist (Supported Employment and Community Integration)
$55,000–$60,000 year
On-siteAllentown, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Manage employment services programs across assigned regions by maintaining compliance with state licensing and CO standards. Lead, train, and manage team performance to support programmatic initiatives related to growth, licensure, and financial stability. Provide ACRE training to staff and external agencies while partnering with stakeholders to expand high-quality employment programs. Define contract requirements for vocational activities, manage procurement and disbursements, and network with business leaders to develop opportunities. Build support networks between individuals and community members, assist with fundraising and grant development, and ensure accurate documentation and reporting. May be required to perform Employment Specialist duties, transport individuals, and work evening or weekend hours.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum 3 years of experience in related field or 1 year as a COI Employment Specialist
- ACRE Certified or similar credentials
- Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
- Complete all state and agency required training
- Knowledgeable in the areas of the Department of Rehabilitations Services (DORS) and the Developmental Disability Administration (DDA) employment supports
- Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Travel is required utilizing personal vehicle or company provided vehicle
- Work in residential programs, day programs, and in the community
- May transport individuals utilizing personal vehicle or company provided vehicle
- Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
- Overtime may be required due to business needs
- Frequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be required
- May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds
- May assist with wheelchair transfer of non-ambulatory participants
- May be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases
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