Program Specialist

Essential Job Functions:  
• Participates in the intake and admission process of new individuals.  
• Functions as the Plan Lead in the development, implementation and monitoring of each 
individual’s program plan, reviewing annual updates, coordinating and attending the annual 
meeting.  
• In collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) supervises, monitors and evaluates 
services, equipment, and programs that are needed to meet each individuals needs and ensure 
Active Treatment.  
• Coordinating completion of the initial assessment for each individual on their case load and 
each subsequent assessment thereafter.  
• Monitors the participation and progress of outcomes outlined in the individual’s program plan 
by reviewing, signing and dating the documentation of goals, at least monthly.  
• Reviews the plan and documents Quarterly Reports on progress of goals outlined in plan, 
including but not limited to : money management, community integration, emotional and 
behavioral 
• Informs the Plan Team, including the Supports Coordinator of the individuals’ progress on 
their goals and outcomes as applicable, changes in the individual’s needs, recommending a 
revision to an outcome or services as needed and informs them of their right to decline the 
IPP review documentation.  
• Communicates regularly with team members from all departments, including but not limited 
to: residential, nursing, day program, dietary, training, county supports coordinators and 
families to ensure that the needs of the individuals are met, serving as a primary point of 
contact.  
• Consults with personnel from other agencies, when necessary, for evaluations and other 
services.  
• Participates in the development of behavioral support plans along with the Behavior 
Specialist and other team members.  
• Participates in licensing inspections 
• Participates as a member of the Human Rights Committee and attends monthly HRC 
meetings 
• Participates in Risk Management Committee, attends regular meetings 
• Assist the Director of Training in coordinating the training of Direct Care Workers and other 
team members on the content of each individual’s plan as well as health and safety needs.  
• Maintains accurate and up to date case notes for each individual on their caseload  
• Coordinates and participates in any emergency psychiatric hospitalizations 
• Functions as a “point person” for the Incident Management Process by following the 
procedures listed in the DGV Incident Management Policy and IM Bulletin.  
• Assist with preparation for waiver submissions.  
• Provides informal counseling to individuals as needed 
• Participates in Administrator On-Call (AOC) rotation 
• Participates in the Certified Investigators training and becomes certified within a year (as 
training availability permits 
Other Job Functions:  
• Will comply with the policies and procedures of Developmental Programs Division, as well 
as the requirements set forth by the Department of Health, Department of Public Welfare and 
their respective facilities. 
• Will comply with the training expectations set forth by DGV, including maintaining CPR/FA  
certifications 
• Develops and maintains professional relationships with entire Interdisciplinary team as well 
as families, county case managers and all other stakeholders.  
• Will be responsible for other duties as directed by the Program Director and/or Administrator 
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty 
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or 
ability required. 
Education/ Experience:  
A bachelor’s degree in a human services field (including but not limited to: sociology, special 
education, rehabilitation counseling, and psychology as well as two years experience working 
with people with  Intellectual Disabilities.  
Abilities: 
Must have the ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and oral.  
Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and basic knowledge of Access and/or ability 
to use/learn various database reporting systems.   
Certificates and Licenses:  
Valid Driver's License and driving approval through the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.  
Physical Demands: 
The physical demands described here 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. 
The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 
50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds (with assistance).  Specific 
vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth 
perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is 
regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and 
talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit. The employee is occasionally 
required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 
Work Environment: 
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee 
encounters while performing 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 occasionally exposed to outdoor weather 
conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Moderate exposure to 
blood borne pathogens. If de-escalation techniques fail, physical crisis intervention may be 
required.  
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty 
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or 
ability required. 
This job description is not intended to provide an all-inclusive listing of related job 
activities.  Incumbent may be requested by management to perform other related activities 
in place of or in addition to those representative activities noted in this job description.  
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and 
responsibilities to this job at any time. 
** Equal Opportunity Employer M / F / D / V **