Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities? We’re looking for a dedicated professional to join our team and help transform lives through our Program Specialist role. If you are driven by compassion and a desire to empower others, we want to hear from you.

Want to work for a company that….

• Welcomes both entry level and experienced individuals. 
• Creates systems like UCP Listens to encourage and collect anonymous feedback from all staff.
• Commits to an open-door policy so that problems are heard and addressed in a timely fashion. 
• Recognizes you for your hard work and success and allows for peer-to-peer recognition.
• Creates opportunities for you to grow your income and knowledge through programs like UCP’s Career Pathfinder.
• Rewards you for referring your friends and family to join our team, how’s an extra $1,000 sound?
• Provides you with a comprehensive paid orientation to equip you for success.
• Provides a variety of schedule options to fit your lifestyle.
• Recognizes, embraces, and values everyone’s unique diversity.

Who are we?

At UCP Central PA, we share a passion and a purpose: to empower people of diverse abilities to live a meaningful life through innovative support and services. We also work to relentlessly pursue a vision of communities that embrace the abilities of every individual. If you would like to start an exciting job with a company committed to excellence and innovation, all while doing what we do, please consider joining the UCP of Central PA team!

When it comes to where you work, we know you’ve got choices…here’s what we provide:

• Pay Rate: $29.00 per hour
• Position Status: Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
• Benefits may include: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan with Company Match, Life and Disability Insurance, Company Contributions to Your Health Savings Account, Paid Time Off, and more!
• Same day pay available with Tapcheck!
• As a non-profit employer, UCP participates with the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program - full-time employees may be eligible for the remaining balance on their Direct Loans to be forgiven!

Here’s what to expect as a Program Specialist:

• Evaluate referrals to determine appropriateness of placement and work collaboratively with the Residential Manager and the Residential Director to assess the ability to support individuals referred to residential services.
• Develop annual Personal Support Plans that meet the specific needs and desires of each individual supported in collaboration with all team members. 
• Monitor the implementation and the effectiveness of Personal Support Plans/Individuals support plans. 
• Provide the assistance, training, and support necessary to assist the individual to develop and increase personal competencies and become socially integrated into their communities.
• Conduct weekly audits of files of residents on caseload. 
• Communicate results of audits to Residential Manager, Residential Supervisor, and the Residential Services Director.
• Develop and implement new policies and/or procedures within the functional area to support the continuous improvement of operational effectiveness and efficiency.
• Complete all assessments and quarterly reports within the required timeframes. 
• Ensure compliance with applicable licensing regulations.

Minimum requirements as a Program Specialist:

• Associate's or 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university required, and 4 years of prior work experience working directly with persons with disabilities. 
• OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required, and 2 years of prior work experience working directly with persons with disabilities.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Access to vehicle with valid insurance, registration, and inspection.
• Ability to communicate, read, write, and interpret English.
• Flexible to work all assigned work schedules including holidays, evenings, nights, and weekend hours as business needs dictate.

Preferred, but not required:

• Knowledge of applicable compliance regulations (i.e., Chapter 51, 6400).
• Developmental Planning and Goal Setting experience.
• Multi-Site Management experience.
• Knowledge of disability services funded through Medicaid and through PA’s Department of Health and Human Services.

If you are still reading, we should talk! Apply today, we would love to hear your story and share ours.

UCP Central PA is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to jobs@ucpcentralpa.org.

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