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Program Specialist - Residential

Are you an organized and responsible person looking to make a difference?

As a Program Specialist – Residential, you will work with and supervise Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to care and coordinate programs for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential group homes located in Erie.

From monitoring weekly food budgets to approving employees’ timecards, you will be working toward one goal: making sure our adults lead active and independent lives.

Program Specialist – Residential Responsibilities include:

• Planning, developing, and recommending individual program plans
• Monitoring, supervising, and coordinating services for the individual
• Maintaining communication with inter-agency support staff as well as other service agencies, parents, and the general public
• Assuring parent and family involvement with individual to the greatest extent possible
• Monitoring and supervising full- and part-time staff in assigned Residential Group Homes

Qualifications – Must meet one of the following:

• Associate’s degree with four years’ experience working with adults with developmental disabilities
• Bachelor’s degree with two years’ experience working with adults with developmental disabilities
• Master’s degree with one year of experience working with adults with developmental disabilities

Qualifications – Must meet all of the following:

• Experience with 6400 CLA Regulations preferred
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle
• Eligibility for State Police Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse History Clearance
• FBI clearance required for individuals who do not meet PA residency requirements

Benefits:

We offer competitive wages, ongoing training and flexible scheduling for both Full- and Part-Time positions. In addition, Full-Time employees receive a generous benefits package, which includes:

Medical & Time Off

• Medical/Dental/Vision with coverage options for spouse and dependents
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Generous PTO plans
• 7 Paid holiday days
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability available
• Discounted on-site weekday childcare (Erie Campus)
• Employee discounts for select events and services

Bonuses & Opportunities

• 401(k) and 403(b) Retirement Savings
• Eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
• Employee Referral Program with bonuses up to $750
• Paid training
• Scholarship opportunities
• Tuition discount at Mercyhurst University, Gannon University, Penn State Behrend and Lasalle University to continue your education

Who is Barber National Institute?

The Barber National Institute is a non-profit committed to its mission of providing the highest quality services for children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities or behavioral health challenges and their families. Since our founding in 1952, we have evolved into a multi-faceted organization serving more than 6,200 individuals annually with a wide range of educational, vocational, residential and behavioral health programs.

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We are an affirmative action federal contractor equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact HR. EOE