What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Manager/CLA position at St. Joseph's Center?
As a Program Specialist – CLA, you’ll oversee residential sites and support staff while ensuring high-quality care for individuals in the Community Living Arrangement (CLA) program. You’ll play a key role in developing, implementing, and monitoring Individual Support Plans, helping up to 30 individuals achieve their personal goals and live as independently as possible.
Why You’ll Love Saint Joseph’s Center
At St. Joseph’s Center, you’re part of a team that truly makes a difference. You’ll help individuals build independence, reach personal goals, and live fulfilling lives. We offer a supportive, team-focused environment where your leadership is valued, your growth is encouraged, and your work has a lasting impact.
What You’ll Do
- Supervise and support residential staff, including training and performance oversight
- Develop, implement, and monitor Individual Support Plans (ISPs)
- Attend ISP meetings and ensure assessments, outcomes, and documentation are completed on time
- Conduct regular site visits and ensure quality care across all assigned homes
- Coordinate staff schedules, review time records, and assist with hiring
- Respond to on-call emergencies and complete required reports and investigations
- Ensure compliance with 6400 regulations and program policies
- Collaborate with families, support coordinators, and outside providers
- Support community-based activities and monitor individual progress
- Lead staff meetings, trainings, and ongoing development
What You’ll Get
- Health & Wellness - Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, plus 24/7 no cost telehealth for you and your family.
- Security and Peace of Mind - Company paid short term disability and life insurance, along with a Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
- Balance That Matters - Paid time off and holidays so you can recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
- Growth & Future Planning - A 401(K) with company contribution and match, tuition reimbursement, and paid training to keep you moving forward. Paid Parental Leave available after one year of employment.
- Extra Perks - Employee referral bonuses, national and local discounts, and access to our Employee Assistance program for counseling, legal, financial, and family support resources.
Here, you'll find more than a job - you'll find a place that invests in your well-being, your growth and your future.
What’s Required of You
- Associate’s degree or at least 60 college credits plus Minimum of 4 years’ experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in field relating to intellectual disabilities and Minimum 2 years experience working directly with persons with disabilities
- Supervisory experience preferred
- Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
- Valid PA Driver’s License and ability to travel between sites
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk throughout the day
- Ability to lift light items as needed
- Ability to travel regularly between program locations
Non-Discrimination Policy
St. Joseph’s Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race (to include hair type, hair texture, or hair style), color, religious creed (to include all aspects of religious observances and practice, as well as belief), disability, ancestry, national origin (including Limited English Proficiency), age , or sex (to include pregnancy status, childbirth status, breastfeeding status, sex assigned at birth, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, and differences in sex).