Program Specialist Partners for Quality - 3.5 Wilkinsburg, PA Job Details Full-time $50,000 a year 15 hours ago Benefits Free parking Paid training Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Paid orientation Life insurance Qualifications Workplace incident investigation management Caregiving documentation requirements Experience working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders Medication safety and administration compliance Incident management Incident report management Job-specific skills training (staff training program) Regulatory compliance Social service program staff supervision Experience working with individuals with cognitive disabilities Care documentation Mid-level Developmental disability care assistance Meeting scheduling Care planning in social services Driver's License Corporate training program coordination Social service program quality assurance Incident management operations support Intellectual disabilities support Care plan development Behavioral support plan implementation Relationship management Working with individuals with mental health conditions Human Services Document quality checks Social service case management monitoring Social service program compliance monitoring 1 year Data accuracy checks

Full Job Description Overview:

ORGANIZATION

: Milestone Centers Inc.

DEPARTMENT

: I&DA Residential

POSITION

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Program Specialist STATUS :

Full-Time; 40 hours / week

SCHEDULE / HOURS

: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

LOCATION

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Wilkinsburg SALARY :

$50,000 Milestone Centers, a subsidiary of Partners For Quality Inc., is a nonprofit, community-based human services agency supporting individuals with behavioral health challenges and intellectual & developmental disabilities in communities throughout Western Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities:

Demonstrates and reflects a commitment to the mission and values of Milestone by serving others with respect, dignity and compassion. Monitor services for assigned caseload of individuals to ensure needs were properly identified, services were delivered effectively, and all reporting requirements were completed accurately and in a timely manner. Work with Director of Data Management and Systems to manage utilization of the programs by people receiving services and communicate with family and Supports Coordinator to discuss utilization below 90%. Ensure that Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are documenting services provided accurately and in a timely manner. Coordinate Staff Training Ensure all DSPs receive initial, revised, and annual training on individuals' Individual Support Plans and work with Behavior Specialist to ensure Behavior Support Plans are reviewed as needed. Ensure programmatic training regulatory requirements are met by all staff. Complete all ISP duties of the Program Specialist position as outlined in the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) PA Chapter 6400

Regulations:

Attend scheduled ISP meetings and participate in the development, annual update, and revision of assigned individuals' ISPs. Review the ISP at least every three months with the individual and complete a quarterly review for the same time period in Qualifacts. Utilize the review documentation to recommend a revision to a service or outcome in the individual's ISP as needed. Provide review documentation to the SC (or Plan Lead) and all team members. Ensure that ISP is implemented as written and coordinate the training of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in both the ISP and individual's specific health and safety needs. Monitor services provided and review the monthly documentation of the individual's participation and progress towards goals and outcomes. Facilitate communication between all team members. Report changes related to an individual's needs to the SC and to plan team members as they occur. Review documentation in the individual record and in Qualifacts regularly to ensure that it is complete and accurate. Coordinate and complete the initial and annual functional assessments as needed for all assigned individuals. As needed, provide the assessment to the ISP team members and ensure updates are reflected in the ISP. Responsible for developing overall schedule of Residential ISP meetings. Facilitate and support individuals' activities and community participation based on their individualized goals and service plans. Review the Community Integration Activities Calendars for assigned homes/individuals. Work with the SC and Community Living Manager to coordinate meetings, visits, and regulatory requirements are completed for potential new admissions to the residential program. Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with the Community Living Managers. Communicate significant information (including behavioral/medical problems, transportation changes and staffing issues to the Directors of IDA and agency nurses. Deliver direct care support, when necessary, to promote continuity of care and ensure participants received appropriate health and safety support. Act as Enterprise Incident Management (EIM) Point Person and Certified Investigator as assigned. Perform duties of Practicum Observer as certified by the Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs. Complete monthly reviews of medication errors and document information on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) review. Knowledge and compliance with all Partners For Quality Corporate Personnel Policies and Procedures and Milestone Operational and agency specific personnel policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned.

BENEFITS

Full Time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental and Vision Insurances $1,200 cash payout option in lieu of Health Insurance coverage Healthcare Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account 16 to 26 Paid Days Off / year Wellness Days (2 per year) Sick Time 8 Paid Holidays Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Life Insurance Optional 401(k) with Employer match

WORK PERKS

Paid orientation and training Free parking (select locations) Employee Activities, Rewards and Recognition Programs Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program

APPLY TO THIS POSITION

Interested applicants can choose to apply in any of the following ways: Complete an employment application online Email resumes: Partners For Quality and its family of agencies are an equal opportunity employer

EOE Qualifications:

Associate's degree or 60 college credits, preferably in Human Services and four (4) years of experience providing services and supports to people with intellectual developmental disabilities and/or autism; OR Bachelor's degree, preferably in Human Services, consistent with State Licensing Regulations and two (2) years of experience providing services and supports to people with intellectual developmental disabilities and/or autism At least one year of experience in residential programs Prior experience in developing and implementing Individual Support Plans (ISPs) for people with intellectual, developmental disabilities and/or autism Act 34 Clearance and FBI Clearance, as applicable Complete and maintain ODP's Certified Investigator certification within first year Complete and maintain Department of Human Services (DHS) Medication Administration, Medication Trainer & Practicum Observer Certification within first year Valid PA, West Virginia or Ohio Driver's license and acceptable driving record

Minimum Compensation:

USD $50,000.00/Yr.

Maximum Compensation:

USD $50,000.00/Yr.