Neurodiversity Specialist (Delaware County, PA) Position Available In Delaware, Pennsylvania

Neurodiversity Specialist (Delaware County, PA) 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars Swarthmore, PA 19081 FEMALE

PREFERRED. MUST HAVE FLEXIBLE AVAILABILITY & BE WILLING TO SUPPORT MULTIPLE LOCATIONS IN DELAWARE COUNTY

Lead as a Neurodiversity Specialist – Empower, Innovate, Inspire Are you ready to take the lead in shaping meaningful support for individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism? As a Neurodiversity Specialist , you will serve as a key leader, driving program success, fostering independence, and ensuring a high standard of care. In this role, you’ll oversee individualized support, coordinate services, and mentor staff—all while promoting inclusion and community engagement. This leadership position requires dynamic problem-solving, strategic planning, and hands-on involvement. It includes shift work, administrative responsibilities, and on-call availability—including occasional weekend rotation. Why Lead at Emmaus Home? ✔ Competitive salary & benefits ✔ Paid time off ✔ Flexible scheduling ✔ 401(k) with company match ✔ Professional development & training opportunities ✔ Career growth in a supportive, mission-driven environment

Responsibilities:

Serve as a team leader , ensuring the implementation of best practices in neurodiversity support Oversee individual care plans , guiding Program Specialists to develop effective Community Participation Support (CPS) schedules Manage compliance & documentation , auditing organizational records and ensuring accuracy in: Therap documentation data Behavioral tracking reports Financial records Lead training initiatives , mentoring staff to ensure high-quality service delivery Supervise daily operations , providing guidance on individual goal-setting and skill development Conduct quality control measures , including bi-weekly medication audits, weekly record reviews, and monthly facility inspections Oversee nutritional plans , ensuring individuals receive proper meal planning and grocery support Act as an emergency resource , providing on-call support and critical intervention when needed Collaborate with external professionals , coordinating with therapists, psychologists, and medical experts to optimize care strategies Advocate for inclusion , championing individual rights and access to community opportunities

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., special education, psychology, social work) Proven experience in a leadership or supervisory role within disability services Strong understanding of person-centered approaches and best practices Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills Ability to mentor and lead multidisciplinary teams Knowledge of laws and regulations related to disability services Availability for shift work, on-call support, and weekend rotations Our Commitment to Inclusion Emmaus Home is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to diversity and fostering a workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$30.00 per hour Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid orientation Paid time off Paid training Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift 12 hour shift 4 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Monday to Friday Morning shift Night shift On call Rotating weekends

Work Location:

In person