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IHCS Program Specialist
- Meadville, Pennsylvania
- The Arc of Crawford County
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Political or Public Affairs
IHCS Program Specialist
- Meadville, Pennsylvania
- THE ARC, CRAWFORD, WARREN AND FORES T COUNTIES
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Political or Public Affairs

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IHCS Program Specialist
- Meadville, Pennsylvania 16388 United States
- The Arc of Crawford County
- Sep 27, 2026
- Full Time
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- Full Time
- Sep 27, 2026
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage a Caseload of Diverse Individuals

Provide each individual with the opportunity to live his/her own Everyday Life
Develop a rapport with individuals' families and county representatives to facilitate communication in all aspects of individuals' lives
Attend team meetings as necessary to provide input on an individual's progress during program
Schedule and attend doctor's appointments as needed with individuals
Perform satisfaction surveys on a quarterly basis to ensure individuals are happy with their service
Reinforce that individuals' outcomes are being met during program, and that they are appropriate
Provide direct service as needed to ensure quality of program
Provide emotional support to individuals through difficult life situations
Assist in identifying individuals' strengths and how they can use them in the community
Assist with client medications as needed

Supervise Direct Service Professionals

Develop a strong, professional rapport with DSPs
Create a welcoming environment for DSPs to thrive
Identify strengths of DSPs and assist them in applying these strengths to their daily work
Train new and existing DSPs on the specific needs of each individual on your caseload
Communicate necessary information to DSPs regarding the individuals they serve
Monitor DSPs during work hours to assess their work performance
Mentor DSPs having difficulties in work performance by modeling what they could improve
Provide critical, strengths-based employee evaluations to assess DSP performance
Facilitate positive change in DSPs by providing verbal and written corrections when conduct violates agency policy

Office Duties

Update ISPs and individuals' records in Billiyo as changes are made
Organize and store individuals' files securely
Approve mileage and business expenses of DSPs
Review and approve employees' timesheets on a biweekly basis
Verify data in Billiyo and document edits
Attend Office, Program Specialist, and DSP meetings
Report incidents to HCSIS in a timely manner and follow-up when appropriate
Assist as needed with scheduling to ensure all individuals' needs for program are met

Other

Promote agency values during and outside of office hours
Participate in a wide variety of special projects and committees to improve program quality and diversity for individuals and staff
Perform extra-curricular activities as assigned and volunteered for to better the agency
Engage in The Arc's community in a positive and productive way
Communicate with co-workers, management, clients, and others in a professional manner
Conform and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions
Develop a basic understanding of all programs The Arc offers to individuals receiving services to communicate as needed
All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: A bachelor's degree in Human Services or a related field is preferred but not required. A high school diploma is required with at least three years' experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities.

REASONING ABILITY: Employee should have the ability to apply creative problem-solving skills and deal with problems positively in a constantly changing environment. Employee should also be able to communicate with a wide variety of individuals and adapt to communication needs as necessary. Employee should apply understanding and problem-solving skills to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and sit for long periods of time and walk on a very frequent basis. Employee will be required to provide direct service when available for individuals without staff, so the employee should be able to move with minimal limitations to accommodate a variety of individuals' interests and activities.

JOB-RELATED EXPECTATIONS:
Proficient with MS Office, including Word and Excel
Excellent organizational skills
Flexible schedule
Ability to communicate (verbally and written) professionally with individuals at all levels of the organization and external contacts
Problem-solver
Self-motivated
Dependable
Manage time efficiently
Solid decision-making skills
Ability to multi-task
Regular attendance required
Ability to maintain the integrity of highly confidential information
Strong attention to detail and high degree of accuracy
Occasional driving expected

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage a Caseload of Diverse Individuals

Provide each individual with the opportunity to live his/her own Everyday Life
Develop a rapport with individuals' families and county representatives to facilitate communication in all aspects of individuals' lives
Attend team meetings as necessary to provide input on an individual's progress during program
Schedule and attend doctor's appointments as needed with individuals
Perform satisfaction surveys on a quarterly basis to ensure individuals are happy with their service
Reinforce that individuals' outcomes are being met during program, and that they are appropriate
Provide direct service as needed to ensure quality of program
Provide emotional support to individuals through difficult life situations
Assist in identifying individuals' strengths and how they can use them in the community
Assist with client medications as needed

Supervise Direct Service Professionals

Develop a strong, professional rapport with DSPs
Create a welcoming environment for DSPs to thrive
Identify strengths of DSPs and assist them in applying these strengths to their daily work
Train new and existing DSPs on the specific needs of each individual on your caseload
Communicate necessary information to DSPs regarding the individuals they serve
Monitor DSPs during work hours to assess their work performance
Mentor DSPs having difficulties in work performance by modeling what they could improve
Provide critical, strengths-based employee evaluations to assess DSP performance
Facilitate positive change in DSPs by providing verbal and written corrections when conduct violates agency policy

Office Duties

Update ISPs and individuals' records in Billiyo as changes are made
Organize and store individuals' files securely
Approve mileage and business expenses of DSPs
Review and approve employees' timesheets on a biweekly basis
Verify data in Billiyo and document edits
Attend Office, Program Specialist, and DSP meetings
Report incidents to HCSIS in a timely manner and follow-up when appropriate
Assist as needed with scheduling to ensure all individuals' needs for program are met

Other

Promote agency values during and outside of office hours
Participate in a wide variety of special projects and committees to improve program quality and diversity for individuals and staff
Perform extra-curricular activities as assigned and volunteered for to better the agency
Engage in The Arc's community in a positive and productive way
Communicate with co-workers, management, clients, and others in a professional manner
Conform and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions
Develop a basic understanding of all programs The Arc offers to individuals receiving services to communicate as needed
All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: A bachelor's degree in Human Services or a related field is preferred but not required. A high school diploma is required with at least three years' experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities.

REASONING ABILITY: Employee should have the ability to apply creative problem-solving skills and deal with problems positively in a constantly changing environment. Employee should also be able to communicate with a wide variety of individuals and adapt to communication needs as necessary. Employee should apply understanding and problem-solving skills to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and sit for long periods of time and walk on a very frequent basis. Employee will be required to provide direct service when available for individuals without staff, so the employee should be able to move with minimal limitations to accommodate a variety of individuals' interests and activities.

JOB-RELATED EXPECTATIONS:
Proficient with MS Office, including Word and Excel
Excellent organizational skills
Flexible schedule
Ability to communicate (verbally and written) professionally with individuals at all levels of the organization and external contacts
Problem-solver
Self-motivated
Dependable
Manage time efficiently
Solid decision-making skills
Ability to multi-task
Regular attendance required
Ability to maintain the integrity of highly confidential information
Strong attention to detail and high degree of accuracy
Occasional driving expected

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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The Arc of Crawford County

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Whether you’re starting your career or seeking new opportunities, these roles provide pathways for growth, security, and service.

Explore positions across a wide range of fields and take the first step toward a rewarding future in public service.
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