Program Specialist

Program Specialist (Starting Rate $19.05/Hour)

Published on February 13, 2026

Location: Bradford, PA

General: Responsible for the coordination of person-centered services for individuals within the Community Participation Support program (2390).

Schedule
:
Full-Time, 40 Hours/Week (hours may vary based on program needs)

Contact: Brittany Keck, SHRM-CP, COO, ,  Ext. 211, Futures Rehabilitation Center, One Futures Way, Bradford, PA 16701

Education Requirements: Associate’s degree in a human service field and 5 or more years’ experience in human services. Bachelor’s degree and experience in a related field is preferred.

Position Requirements: Possess a strong working knowledge of all regulations pertaining to Community Participation Support services, as well as excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills. Maintain a professional attitude and appearance. Personal qualifications include the ability to handle multiple tasks/projects simultaneously, deal with changing priorities, interpret programs to the community, attention to detail, leadership, clinical knowledge, the ability to work in a team environment with all levels of the organization and the understanding of individual needs.

Must have reliable transportation.

Physical and Training Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, lift up to 50 pounds and to reach with both hands and arms. May be required to travel. Must have a valid driver’s license. Required to pass a PA State Police criminal record history check and/or FBI criminal record history check if not a resident of PA.

Required to complete annual training each fiscal year in a total of (24) hours in various training categories to ensure compliance with State regulations. Required to have or obtain ACRE/CESP, Quality Management, and CPR/First Aid certifications. May be required to become an Agency Certified Investigator.

• Participate in the development and review of the ISP, including updates and revisions of the ISP and attend the ISP meetings; fulfill the role of plan lead when applicable
• Encourage appropriate participant movement through the continuum of employment services with an emphasis on maximizing employment capabilities
• Assure the ISP is implemented as written
• Work with Program Management to coordinate the training of direct support professionals in the content of health and safety needs relevant to each participant
• Acquire, maintain and secure all participant records in line with all regulatory requirements
• Facilitates the admission and discharge processes in line with regulatory and Agency expectations
• Acquire and consider program direct support professional(s) feedback for ISP updates
• Participate in ISPs, SIS assessments, IM4Q, and other participant related meetings
• Offer guidance, support, dispute resolution and direction to participants as necessary
• Arrange for and accompany individuals to appointments as necessary
• Conduct tours of the Agency as requested
• Assist with licensing and audits
• Contributes to providing a safe and healthy environment by monitoring conditions and recommending changes
• Promote, maintain and model behavior that demonstrates respect for others and acknowledges the needs and rights of the participants we support
• Uses discretion and independent judgment in handling confidential and sensitive information in connection with Agency business
• Work in cooperation with other community agencies, businesses and providers as needed
• Ensure adherence to confidential, legal, and Agency policies and procedures
• Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and group conferences
• Maintain high professional standards at work with regard to personal behavior and interactions with other staff, participants, families, and outside agencies
• This job description may not be all-inclusive, and duties may be modified when necessary; employees are expected to perform all other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor