Location: Joliet, IL, New Lenox, IL, Frankfort, IL

Program or Service: Residential Networks

Schedule: Full-time; Monday-Friday with two weekends a month

Salary: $40,000- $46,000

Description:

Make a difference! Be a part of clinical team that assists people with developmental disabilities to flourish! The program specialist is involved in providing treatment or assisting with goal attainment for people who have a developmental disability or mental illness in such domains as personal care, recreation/leisure, vocational, home/household, and/or community awareness and integration. The program specialist will develop a strong command over the concepts of positive psychology, complete required readings, and participate in continuing education in their area of specialty as assigned.

Responsibilities:

• Provides behavioral coaching to a person who has a developmental disability or mental illness in assigned treatment areas
• Completes progress reports and other necessary forms or documents
• Participates and interacts with individuals in various activities as specified in Individual Service Plans and Social Transition Plans
• Consults with Behavioral Analyst and Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional concerning appropriate goals, objectives, and treatment techniques
• Assists in the development and execution of goals and objectives for people served
• Makes suggestions for improving Organization and Program effectiveness and efficiency
• Completes a monthly report reflecting Program Specialist intervention
• Completes an annual report, that is assessed quarterly to track progress
• Assists with development and implementation of age-appropriate and functional training materials
• Responsible for working with supervisor in the development of an individual plan of personal growth and development
• Transports persons served to and from appointments and activities as needed
• Complete initial and ongoing medication training; administer medication at multiple locations
• Works with independent living coaches in encouraging their professional growth and knowledge

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related field (required)

Contact: Qualified candidates send your resume to Justina Nava at jobs@trinityservices.org