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WITCO, Inc Program Specialist in Caldwell, Idaho
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Program Specialist Employment Services FLSA: Exempt\ Reports To: Program Manager Employment Services Program: MBSI
Summary: The Program Specialist participates in the design and development of programs and\ services based on Witcos mission and Values. Program Specialists manage a comprehensive\ set of employment services for adults with disabilities and ensure consistent, high-quality services\ in accordance with licensing and accreditation regulations. Program Specialists establish and\ nurture strong relationships with referral sources and community employers to assist persons\ served in obtaining and maintaining employment.
Essential Job Functions:\ Coordinates the implementation of services ensuring the best outcomes to the persons
served; reviews program caseload to prioritizes workload.\ Maintains communication with persons served, families, care providers, service coordinators,
case managers, and other support personnel regarding services and satisfaction.\ Administers aptitude and occupational preference assessments to assist persons served in
identifying their skills, talents, capabilities, interests, and goals.\ Reviews records and other documentation to make assessments related to the persons
ability, goals, choices, and limitations; plans and leads person centered planning meetings;\ ensures that plans are modified and changed as appropriate.
Maintains all programs and services in compliance with legal, accreditation, licensing, and\ regulatory entities; maintains knowledge and awareness of federal, state, and local\ regulations and factors affecting the services of people with disabilities.
Assures that all services are recorded and billed accurately; directs, oversees, and evaluates\ all services provided ensuring that goals are met and measured.
Assists in staff development; provides guidance and support for team members; Actively\ participates in mentoring and educating direct support staff to clients vocational and\ occupational and case management needs.
Provides oversight of team audits on a regular basis; provides feedback on completion of\ performance reviews of staff within team.
Completes the performance management cycle with staff, including providing coaching and\ feedback for improved performance; builds positive team environment; ensures all staff have\ and are implementing personal development plans; performs time keeping/PTO management\ for the team.
Manages own personal development and encourages others to do the same which includes\ promoting a healthy and positive work environment.
Models behaviors that demonstrate commitment to Witcos mission and values\ Maintains procedures and policies; ensures that appropriate documentation, implementation,
and communication of established policy, procedures and operating standards is completed\ for area of responsibility implements changes as updates occur.
Markets programs and services to agencies, schools, and the general public to generate a\ client base.
Generate referrals for services.\ Attend and actively participate in meetings as required.\ Attend conferences, training sessions, and workshops.\ Assumes responsibility for other duties as required or assigned by Program Manager\ \ Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:\ Ability to comprehend complex federal, state, and local regulations.
Excellent organizational and problem-solving ability\ Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills\ Critical analytical skills, especially in situations where the issues are not fully defined.\ Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build coalitions and work in cross-cultural
settings.\ Ability to lead, guide, and inspire others to perform effectively.\ Strong marketing and communication skill (written and oral).\ \ \ \ \ Education/Experience:\ Bachelors Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.\ Previous program management experience\ Experience in assessment and program plan development\ Two or more years of administrative and supervisory experience in human services\ \ Physical Requirements:\ The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an\ employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations\ may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions which\ include:\ Travel throughout the service area and access a variety o