• Program Specialist

    UPMC (Mckeesport, PA)


    UPMC is hiring a Program Specialist at Mon Yough

     

    The Program Specialist will be responsible for the timely completion of assessments paperwork, which includes but is not limited to annual assessments, monthly and quarterly reports. Clean Sweep is a program working with ID adults cleaning state and agency sites. There are currently 22 individuals in the program, which is designed for them to earn a wage and gain the skills necessary for competitive community employment. As a program, we work closely as a team and are supportive in individuals reaching their goals.

     

    The incumbent will be joining a dedicated, supportive team. The ideal candidate will be a caring team player who has knowledge of individuals with intellectual disabilities, strong time-management and organizational skills, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. This position works Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM with some flexibility. The dress code is casual in the office and program t-shirts provided when staff are expected to work at any of the sites. Parking is provided on site.

    Responsibilities:

    + Plan Development & Implementation: Accurately develop and implement Individual Support Plans (ISP), Fade Plans, SEEP, and Behavior Plans in compliance with Allegheny County and Department of Public Welfare regulations.

    + Assessment & Documentation: Conduct assessments for up to 45 individuals, coordinate reconciliation meetings, and ensure thorough documentation of ISP reviews and updates.

    + Team Coordination: Provide documentation to team members, inform them of their rights, and instruct direct care staff on health and safety needs.

    + Service Monitoring: Monitor and evaluate services provided to participants, report discrepancies, and act as Plan Lead when needed.

    + Direct Support: Offer direct care, personal assistance, transportation, and support during evenings as needed.

    + Training & Compliance: Complete 24 hours of approved annual training and ensure adherence to company, county, and state policies.

    + Vocational Support: Write, implement, and monitor vocational goals; prepare payroll sheets for submission.

    + Quality Assurance: Conduct quarterly chart checks and review monthly documentation of individual progress.

    + Behavior Management: Develop behavior management plans for individuals without an authorized Behavior Specialist.

    + Team Relations: Maintain effective, cooperative relationships with consumers and team members to foster a positive work environment.

    + Bachelors degree in Social Science/Human Services

    + Education must be through an accredited college or university in Administration, Business, Special Education, Psychology, Public Health, Rehabilitation, Social Work, Speech Pathology, Audiology, Occupational therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, or other human service field, which includes at least 15 credit hours in human services.

    + 2 years experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities.

    Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

    Act 73 if they have lived outside of PA in the past 2 years - ACRE or CESP certification

    + Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

    + Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

    + Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)

    + Driver's License

    + Act 34

    + OAPSA

     

    _UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran_