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Residential Program Specialist

Enhancing Lives, LLC
Philadelphia, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026

Join Our Team as a Residential Program Specialist

Are you a seasoned Program Specialist with a strong background in delivering person-centered care to adults with developmental disabilities? We’re seeking a dedicated team member to lead our residential programs, ensuring compliance with all relevant ODP standards, including the critical 6400 and 6100 regulations.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead the development and management of individualized care plans tailored to each resident’s needs.
  • Organize group activities and community outings to foster social engagement and independence.
  • Maintain strict adherence to state and agency policies, especially ODP guidelines related to residential habilitation.
  • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive services.
  • Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, using data insights to implement improvements.
  • Mentor and train staff, promoting best practices and ongoing professional development.
  • Manage staff schedules and oversee team performance to ensure smooth operations.
  • Keep abreast of industry trends and updates in regulations to continuously enhance program quality.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

  • Holds at least an associate's, bachelor’s, or master’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution.
  • Brings a minimum of three years’ experience in a supervisory role within a residential habilitation setting, specifically as a Program Specialist.
  • Demonstrates strong knowledge of ODP regulations, with a focus on 6400 and 6100 standards.
  • Skilled in designing and implementing tailored service plans for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
  • Excellent communicator, able to build rapport with residents, families, and team members.
  • Experienced in data collection, analysis, and reporting to inform program adjustments.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and relevant data systems.
  • Highly organized, capable of juggling multiple priorities with independence and professionalism.

Why Join Us?

If you’re passionate about empowering individuals with disabilities and have the expertise to lead impactful programs, we want to hear from you. Our organization values diversity and promotes an inclusive work environment.

Position Details:

  • Full-time employment
  • Benefits include professional growth opportunities, ongoing support, PTO, and holiday pay.

Work Schedule:

  • Primarily a hybrid role with scheduled shifts as needed, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends.
  • Candidate may be asked to provide on-site coverage during shifts when staffing is unavailable or to ensure seamless operations.

Pay: $54,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

  • Do you have experience with ODP's residential training requirements?

Experience:

  • Residential Program Specialist : 3 years (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Required)
  • Night Shift (Required)
  • Overnight Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Philadelphia, PA 19141 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $54,000 - $60,000

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