Are you interested in working with a company that values people and has a passion for service? Do you want to become part of an organization that cares about your personal and professional growth? If you have answered YES to these questions, then you should consider working for The ReDCo Group!
The ReDCo Group, is one of the largest providers of accessible, outcome-based behavioral/mental health and intellectual disabilities services in the state of Pennsylvania. At The ReDCo Group, we deliver exceptional value by creating healthier communities through the work of exceptional people. Our more than 700 employees provide the highest-quality home- and community-based human services in 9 counties in the state of Pennsylvania.
SUMMARY
A person is this position is responsible for the oversight and monitoring of administrative and programmatic tasks associated with the Life Sharing program. Work assignments are varied in nature and are performed under the supervision of the Operations Director/Program Director.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Program Specialist shall be responsible for the coordination of assessments in accordance with payer regulations.
Responsible for coordination or development and review of individual program plans in coordination with team members including family members, residential providers, support coordination activities, and other stakeholders.
Responsible for the coordination of training and development for consumers to maximize and/or maintain skills.
Responsible for the development of planned program activities.
Responsible for the participation in Individual Support Plan (ISP) meetings and ensure compliance with ISP goals and outcomes.
Responsible for ensuring the implementation of individual support plans and program activities to ensure compliance with waiver requirements and ISP outcomes.
Identifies training needs of Providers, evaluates and initiates training recommendation and appraises the effect of training on the overall performance of Providers, and demonstrates more efficient work methods.
Consults with the ISP team on the development of activities within the home and community.
Participates in peer review processes.
Ensures that adequate documentation of meetings is maintained on a structured schedule with the Operations Director.
Identifies and evaluates potential providers and clients
Stays apprised of best practices in the field
Communicate regularly with Providers to ensure regulation/policy compliance as well as quality services.
Provides ongoing support to Providers as they support individuals in the program
Compiles, reviews and approves units of service for consumer attendance. Ensures that all unit of service reporting is complete and verified for accuracy prior to submission. Ensures that all unit of service reporting is supported with written documentation and appropriate progress notes, if needed.
OTHER DUTIES
Can act as a point person and certified investigator within the HCSIS system.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
There are no supervisory responsibilities in this position however they are the main contact of the contractors in the program.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The duties of this job require fine motor skills to write neat, legible notes, read and understand program documentation, and completing keyboarding entry.
The duties of this job involve physical movements such as lifting, stooping, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, and reaching: The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to fingers, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment for this position varies between an office setting and community based locations. Staff members in this position are required to work both within and outside of the office setting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
TRAVEL
This position requires a moderate amount of personal travel with mileage reimbursement.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
A Master’s Degree and one year of experience working directly with persons with Intellectual Disabilities; or a Bachelor’s Degree and two years of experience working with persons with Intellectual Disabilities; or an Associate’s Degree or 60 credit hours and four years of experience working directly with persons with Intellectual Disabilities.
Computer skills including ability to learn the electronic time and attendance system
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
2 years of experience in direct provision and/or oversight of residential habilitation services
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Must be willing to obtain PA Certified Investigator certification
QUALIFICATIONS
Language Skills
Ability to read and understand documents and instructions in English. Ability to respond effectively to inquiries. Ability to respond to sensitive inquiries.
Mathematical Skills
Basic mathematic ability including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to read instructional bulletins and/or participate in training sessions then translate information provided into day-to-day work duties.
ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to develop and maintain a positive and understanding attitude toward residential participants.
Ability to make sound judgments regarding the health and welfare of residential participants.
Ability to respond to emergency situations appropriately.
Ability to work as a member of a team cooperatively and ethically to ensure the residential home is a safe, happy, and clean environment.
Ability to express oneself clearly, orally and in writing, and to follow instruction and direction in the performing of job tasks.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, families, and others who are essential for the well-being of residential participants.
Ability to learn and comprehend behavior management and program planning principles and applicable safety and health measures.
Knowledge of health measures such as basic first aid, CPR, fire safety and personal safety measures.
Knowledge of advanced principles and methods of staff supervision.
Ability to plan, organize, train, assign, monitor, and evaluate the work of staff.
Ability to analyze situations and formulate an effective course of action.
Ability to secure the confidence of and develop and maintain an empathetic understanding of clients.
Ability to organize and prioritize various work assignments.
Ability to develop and implement individual goal plans and program activities for program participants.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county and state officials, clients and their families, and the general public.
The ReDCo Group is committed to creating the best possible work environment for our team members and offers the following total rewards package:
• Competitive Salary • PTO • Holidays • Medical, Dental, Vision including a Health Savings Account • Health, Dependent and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts • Basic and Optional Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependents • 401k Match – 50% of the first 6% of eligible compensation up to an annual maximum of $750 • Training, Development and Continuing Education Credits for licensure requirements • Opportunities for advancement! As we grow, you grow with us!!
The ReDCo Group is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic.