Program Specialist

Program Specialist Step by Step Inc. - 3.0 Pleasant Hills, PA Job Details Full-time From $58,000 a year 2 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Home care experience CPR Certification Program management English Team development Driver's License Home care First Aid Certification Associate's degree Full Job Description Step By Step is seeking out a new Program Specialist position in our Pittsburgh location. Check out the job description below. If you are interested, apply today! The Program Specialists are primarily responsible for ensuring that Residential Habilitation programs maintain compliance with applicable regulations and compliance standards. The Program Specialist is delegated the authority, to carry out assigned duties and to respond to emergency situations. The Program Specialist must be prepared to effectively deal with emergencies, health-related issues and unexpected interruption of duties. Further, the Program Specialist must be flexible in routine, site assignments, and work schedule. The Program Specialist is expected to be a positive role model and to represent Step By Step, Inc. in a positive, professional manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Compliance/Program Management:

Responsible for all aspects of the program, including health and safety of individuals, intakes, staffing, licensing, and compliance. Primary responsibility for compliance with 6400 and 6100 regulations in all assigned Residential programs. Uses the Electronic Health Record (EHR) selected by the organization to: Monitor due dates for all relevant documentation including Assessments, Annual Physicals, Dental and Eye exams, Client Rights, Client Grievance procedure, follow up with medical specialists and psychiatrists, Gynecological exams and Mammograms, Psychotropic medication reviews…etc. Review daily activities of everyone assigned to their caseload Verify and authorize the daily census prior to locking the EHR daily log for everyone in their service. Oversees Functional Assessment process for everyone on case load, and work with Supports Coordinators to ensure that assessment results are accurately reflected in the ISP. Participate in the development and implementation of program participant assessments and individual habitation plans which include goals, service objectives and behavioral plans of support which are designed to improve the social and emotional well-being, as well as the self-care skills, of program participants. Reviews program participant documentation for accuracy, timeliness, and overall quality. Ensures goals are person centered, measurable, and reflect the ISP Outcome for the service. Ensures HRS data is updated on a regular basis to reflect changes in health status Ensures programs are operated in accordance with the principles of Normalization, Positive Approaches and the principles elaborated in Everyday Lives, and are following all applicable State and Federal regulations. Assists the Service Director in coordination of licensing and compliance reviews and, if needed, the development of a plan of correction. Ensures communication and coordination with family and team members of the program participants in the service when available. Ensures the program participant's safety by reporting all allegations/suspicions of abuse to Administrative staff immediately. Responds to emergency situations, including notification of appropriate personnel and completion of accurate documentation. Must be available to administer medication to program participants in accordance with DPW Medication Administration training. Accurately records all medication administration on the Medication Administration Record (MAR). Notifies and consults with the physician's office on all medication disruptions or questions. Ensures behavioral recommendations are implemented in accordance with the interdisciplinary team through role modeling and training. Coordinates, arranges and completes provisions for specialized services as identified in the individual habilitation plan and individual needs as they occur, such as medical and dental care, speech and psychotherapy. Counsels program participants to help them more effectively deal with interpersonal relationships and community responsibilities through discussion and role modeling of appropriate behaviors. Guides program participants in the proper use of their civil rights which will aid the individual in assuming a more active role in community life. Prepares behavior evaluations, quarterly reviews, assessments and individual habitation plans. Records observations in the behavioral status and progress of program participants utilizing input from non-residential staff. Step By Step is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. At Step By Step, we are committed to and value an inclusive and diverse workforce and we believe that diversity and inclusion among our workforce is critical to our success. Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and staff without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, parental status and any other characteristics or protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. All employment decisions are based upon qualifications, merit, and business necessity.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $58,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Education:

Associate (Required)

Experience:

Home care: 4 years (Required)

Language:

English (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Pleasant Hills, PA (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Pleasant Hills, PA:

Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person