Reference #: 5001012991006Lead Program SpecialistSecond Avenue, Media, Pennsylvania 19063

　　POSITION SUMMARY: The Lead Program Specialist (Lead PS) ensures that the services provided in the Community Residential Services (CRS) program adhere to applicable regulations and that the services meet the needs of the individuals and are provided according to the Individual Support Plan (ISP). The Lead Program Specialist completes required documentation, assesses individual needs, coordinates, and secures services, provides training to staff and individuals, attends and leads meetings, and communicates effectively with all team members to ensure continuous development and monitoring of programming and services to people on their caseload.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES* Locate, implement, coordinate, and monitor services provided to identified individuals supported* Complete a full assessment no later than sixty (60) days after admission and annually (within 365 days of admission to the residence)* Update the assessment annually with all changes for the individual including but not limited to medical, behavior, financial and psychological changes and distribute the updated assessment information to all team members in need, including a Supports Coordinator (SC), to ensure accuracy and for the development of the ISP* Ensure that an accurate Social Emotional Environmental Needs Plan (SEEP) is created for each individual who receives/requires psychotropic medications, who has a diagnosis of mental health disorder, or who otherwise is in need of a plan of support. The SEEP:* Ensure and/or supervise the coordination of all aspects of the assigned individual's finances, including but not limited to ensuring the individuals remain within eligibility limits, completing annual financial literacyassessments and ensuring access to funds to allow for purchase and enjoyment of activities, complying with all benefit eligibility regulations as outlined in the individual's finance policy* Ensure that the information in the ISP is accurate and reflects the services and supports delivered by the provider; making and retaining documentation of all communication with the SC regarding any changes that must be made to the ISP, including changes to outcomes based on a need or revision to the assessment, and ensure that the ISP is implemented as written* Ensure medical appointments are in compliance as outlined by the Office of Developmental Program (ODP) 6400 regulations and/or recommended by the physician including, but not limited, to ensuring that the appointments are scheduled, attended, and documented appropriately* In collaboration with the Director of Case Management, monitor and provide supervision of assigned PSs in the areas of recruitment and selection, leadership, coaching/counseling, training and professional development, performance management, ongoing survey readiness, promotion, corrective action, and termination* Complete Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST) for assigned individuals on a yearly basis or intermittently as support needs change to ensure proper funding for support and service delivery* Complete quarterly reviews according to Annual Review Update (ARU) dates and ensure appropriate team members receive the report to ensure compliance with regulations and all team member receive necessary updated information related to the client's progress or lack thereof* Participate in the on-call rotation of assigned POD* Perform other duties as assignedIMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Director of Case Management, CRSDIRECT REPORTS: Program SpecialistsCONTACTS: Funding agencies, monitoring/regulatory agencies, individuals, families, providers, representatives for community resource agencies, Social Security Administration representatives, medical professionals, Elwyn staffEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:* Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a human services related field of study AN two (2) years of experience working directly with individuals with intellectual disabilities OR Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a human services related field of study AND one (1) year experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities* Two (2) years of experience as a Program Specialist or other comparable case management role* Previous supervisory experience preferred* Previous experience working within and managing a unionized workforce preferred* Knowledge of PA ODP 6100 and 6400 regulations preferred* Intermediate experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel applications; knowledge of Electronic Health Record preferred* Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage and prioritize multiple, often competing, priorities* Demonstrated strong attention to detail* Demonstrated strong time management and organizational skills* Demonstrated excellent judgment with the ability to independently solve problems and make decisions with little or no need for direct supervision* Demonstrated ability to anticipate future needed changes or identify problem areas and take effective actions* Must be able to perform CPR and crisis intervention techniques using agency-trained protocols* Must possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills* Must have current, valid driver's license in state of residence, three (3) years driving experience in the United States, and acceptable driving recordPHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL PROFILE: See Physical Demands Checklist below which represents the general physical demands and environment conditions to which the employee holding this position must meet, in addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, to successfully perform the essential functions of thisjob. Elwyn will engage otherwise qualified candidates for this position whose disabilities may require reasonable accommodations to enable an individual to perform the essential functions.Second Avenue, Media, Pennsylvania 19063Throughout, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104Positions available throughout, Delaware County, Pennsylvania 19063Full-timeNon-UnionProgram Specialist, Management, Direct Care

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