Job Listings  last updated: 3/7/2023

POSITION 1: Administrative Assistant

Job Functions: Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, our Administrative Assistant performs secretarial work of a responsible nature.

Essential job elements include:

• Preparing and maintaining control over agency incoming and outgoing correspondence.
• Maintaining staff records including attendance, training, physicals, and other required documentation for continuation of state licensing and agency services.
• Prepares/disseminates information for monthly board meetings.
• Shares responsibility with Receptionist for answering phones and required clerical work for administrative and program staff.
• Works collaboratively with department Supervisors and Directors, as well as the Director of Personnel & Quality Management, to obtain and/or disemminate information pertaining to staff files or other relevant required information.
• The Administrative Assistant will maintain a cooperative relationship with staff, supervisors, and Directors, and will work to create an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust within the facility.
• Maintains confidentiality in all matters relating to the role of Administrative Assistant.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) *Required*
• Associate's Degree in Human Services *Preferred*
• Strong Microsoft Office experience and skills.
• Strong organizational skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $16.00 per hour

Position Benefits:

• Generous PTO Package
• Geisinger Health Plan
• Guardian Dental Plan
• Guardian Group Life Insurance
• Employer-Paid Short & Long-Term Leave Pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Plan
• Employer Partnership with Southern New Hampshire University - 10% off each term's tuition for all staff and their extended family!

All benefits available to employees, PT and FT, after 90 completed work days.

UCP of NEPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability or veteran status.

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POSITION 2: Residential Supervisor

Job Description: Residential Coordinator supervises 4 group homes supporting adults with intellectual disabilities.

Position Category: Frontline Management

Scope: The Residential Supervisor reports directly to the Residential Coordinator. The Residential Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day functioning of the assigned community home.

Basic Function: The Residential Supervisor is primarily responsible for the overall functioning of the assigned community home. The Residential Supervisor will supervise the Direct Support Professionals within the assigned community home, as well as the daily activities that occur in the community home. The Residential Supervisor will function as an active member in the interdisciplinary team (IDT), as well as serve as a role model for the Direct Support Professionals within the community home.

Position Schedule: The Residential Supervisor is a full-time, 5 day, 40 hours per week position that requires on-call duties for emergency coverage. During the Residential Supervisor’s days scheduled, this position requires the Supervisor to be on-call to cover shifts as needed.

Position Qualifications: Candidate must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent. Previous and verifiable supervisory experience is strongly recommended and sought for this position. Candidate must be able to model and lead a team of Direct Support Professionals. Candidate will also demonstrate/possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Position Salary: The Residential Supervisor position is an hourly position that starts at $20.25 per hour.**

**There is an active sliding scale that awards .10 cents to the position start rate for every (1) one year of verifiable direct care experience.**

Essential Job Elements:

• The Residential Supervisor will plan menus on a monthly basis within the limits of the community home’s food budget.
• The Residential Supervisor, in conjunction with the Residential Coordinator, will develop and implement a shift responsibility list for daily household tasks.
• The Residential Supervisor will coordinate, as well as participate in, the transportation for residents’ health appointments, as well as community engagement activities.
• The Residential Supervisor will complete a semi-annual inventory of residents’ personal possessions and clothing. This inventory will remain updated in between each semi-annual inventory revision.
• The Residential Supervisor, in conjunction with the Residential Coordinator, will be responsible for implementing the residents’ Individual Support Plan (ISP) as developed by the person-centered planning team.
• The Residential Supervisor will ensure that daily documentation is accurately documented by all staff within the assigned community home.
• The Residential Supervisor will ensure the residents’ funds are accurately accounted for and documented at each shift exchange.
• The Residential Supervisor will participate in approved safety techniques in accordance with the agency’s philosophy and practices.
• The Residential Supervisor will report any maintenance concerns to the Residential Coordinator and Community Sites Manager.
• The Residential Supervisor will maintain open communication with the residents in their assigned community home. This is inclusive of receiving input from the residents regarding their home and activities of their interest.
• The Residential Supervisor will assist the residents with their activities of daily living inclusive of personal care, meal preparation/serving, medication administration, scheduling and attending medical appointments, etc.
• The Residential Supervisor will ensure a home-like atmosphere within the community home amongst all staff, as well as the residents who reside in the assigned community home.
• The Residential Supervisor is responsible for the immediate health and safety of the community home’s residents.
• The Residential Supervisor will schedule monthly fire drills, ensuring all applicable documentation is accurately and consistently documented and completed.
• The Residential Supervisor will be responsible for developing schedules for the assigned community home, ensuring applicable staffing ratios are upheld at all times.
• The Residential Supervisor will be flexible to the needs of the program, and will adapt to changes in duties, methods, priorities and environments.
• The Residential Supervisor will both support, as well as promote, the philosophy of UCP of NEPA and the residential department’s policies and procedures effectively and consistently.
• The Residential Supervisor will maintain a cooperative relationship with staff, supervisors, and Directors, and will work to create an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust within the facility.

Benefits:

• Generous PTO Package
• Geisinger Health Plan
• Guardian Dental Plan
• Guardian Group Life Insurance
• Employer-Paid Short & Long-Term Leave Pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Plan

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POSITION 3: RESIDENTIAL COORDINATOR

Job Description: Residential Coordinator supervises 4 group homes supporting adults with intellectual disabilities.

Responsibilities:

• coordinating annual assessments
• attending team meetings, actively participating in plan development
• scheduling and supervising staff
• monitoring day to day activities to ensure quality services

Must possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently. Rotating on call duties.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree-2 years experience working with people with intellectual disabilities

or

Associate's degree 4 years experience working with people with intellectual disabilities
Valid driver's license

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $44,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations: PPE is supplied to all staff. Staff mask at all times while providing services to individuals with disabilities. Office staff are required to mask when they leave their office/meet with others. Staff are screened daily for COVID-19 symptoms.

Education: Associate (Preferred)

Experience: Caregiving: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification: PA Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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POSITION 4: DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Description: Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) provide support to those with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a community living setting. DSPs assist with an individual's personal care and hygiene, household chores, food planning and meals, and all aspects of daily living activities and community activities. DSPs maintain a safe environment for the individuals UCP of NEPA supports.

Shifts: Full time, part time (days, evenings, weekends, overnights)

Salary: $17.25*/ hour; $18 for awake, overnight shift

Benefits: health benefits, paid time off, flexible hours, 401K, team atmosphere

Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• 18 years of age or older
• Valid PA driver’s license

*Sliding differential scale based on verified, previous experience

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POSITION 5: ADULT DAY PROGRAM AIDE

Description: Adult Day Program Aide is a Monday – Friday, full-time position working with adults with developmental disabilities in a day program setting. Employee responsibilities include assisting program consumers with daily living activities throughout the program day and transporting consumers in an agency vehicle to and from program. A valid PA driver’s license is a requirement for this position. Candidate must be 18 years of age or older and have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Shifts: Full time, day shift, 8:00 am - 3:30 pm

Salary: $14.00/ hour

Benefits: health benefits, paid time off, flexible hours, 401K, team atmosphere

Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• 18 years of age or older
• Valid PA driver’s license
• previous experience