Program Specialist

Assist in providing administrative evaluation, supervision, leadership, guidance and feedback to subordinate staff to facilitate smooth operations. Review available records prior to pre-admission/admission interviews with individual and guardian to determine assessment needs. Administer, score, and interpret intellectual, adaptive, personality and achievement assessments according to particular assessment guidelines. Maintain current files of all clients receiving services on the ICF/IID. Train professional and paraprofessional staff in relevant areas as well as participate in psychology-related orientation training for new employees as directed by the supervisor. Attend psychiatric staffings, provide input, and follow recommendations as assigned. Attend annual and quarterly/monthly review meetings, provide narrative summary of residents' current status, and assist in the development of treatment plan. Attend treatment team meetings and provide input regarding the resident. Present Behavior Support Plans and data at Behavior Management Committee meetings and follow recommendations as assigned. Present Behavior Support Plans and data at Human Rights Committee meetings and follow recommendations as assigned. Supervise and actively participate in the collection of data for assessment purposes (i.e., monthly progress notes, etc.) Document monthly progress notes. Devise and implement individualized Behavior Support Plans for residents who require more intensive treatment. Ensure that direct care staff members are in-serviced when a behavior modification plan is implemented. Prepare discharge summaries in a timely manner. Be available on a rotating schedule for weekend call involving Risk Management issues. Provide care and/or conduct resident interactions in an age/cultural appropriate manner. Follows all safety policies and adheres to all workers' compensation program guidelines. Other duties as assigned.