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Community options

Program Specialist

Pottsville, PA · On-site

$55K/yr

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are seeking a Program Specialist in Pottsville, PA . The Program ...

Community Options

Program Specialist

Pottsville, PA

$55K/yr

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are seeking a Program Specialist in Pottsville, PA . The Program ...

Community Options

Program Specialist

Woodbury, NJ · On-site

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are seeking a Program Specialist in Woodbury, NJ . The Program Specialist ...

State of Louisiana

GRANT PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$4.16K - $8.18K/mo

... Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery and Mitigation (CDBG-DR and CDBG-MIT) grants ... These programs support long-term recovery, resilience, and mitigation for communities affected by ...

Community options

Program Specialist

Woodbury, NJ · On-site

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are seeking a Program Specialist in Woodbury, NJ . The Program Specialist ...

Community Solutions

Program Specialist

Morgan Hill, CA · On-site

Since its founding as a teen drop-in center in 1972, Community Solutions (CS) has grown in both ... Program Specialist II: * Ability to achieve productivity expectations and maintain assigned case ...

Community Options, Inc.

Program Specialist

Harrisburg, PA · On-site

$55K/yr

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are seeking a Full-Time Program Specialist in Camp Hill, PA . The Program ...

Community Options, Inc.

Program Specialist

Harrisburg, PA · On-site

$55K/yr

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are seeking a Full-Time Program Specialist in Camp Hill, PA . The Program ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for community disaster program specialist in the United States is $68,012.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,500.00 and $86,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Community Disaster Program Specialist vs Community Emergency Coordinator?

AspectCommunity Disaster Program SpecialistCommunity Emergency Coordinator
Required CredentialsTypically requires emergency management certifications, relevant degrees, and experience in disaster responseOften requires similar certifications, emergency management training, and community outreach experience
Work EnvironmentWorks with government agencies, non-profits, and community organizations during disaster preparedness and responseCoordinates local emergency efforts, liaises with agencies, and manages community safety initiatives
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by government agencies, NGOs, and disaster response organizationsCommonly employed by local government, emergency management offices, and community organizations

The Community Disaster Program Specialist and Community Emergency Coordinator roles share similar credentials, work environments, and industry usage. Both focus on disaster preparedness and response, often collaborating with government and community groups. The main difference lies in their specific responsibilities: the Specialist often handles program development and planning, while the Coordinator manages on-the-ground emergency operations and community outreach.

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Program Specialist

Program Specialist

Community options

Pottsville, PA • On-site

$55K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Community Options rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 62 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

94th of 228 rated social care providers

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are seeking a Program Specialist in Pottsville, PA. The Program Specialist uses best practices and technology within a community-based residential setting to teach individuals with developmental disabilities how to acquire the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social skills needed to live as independently as possible. This person must be able to handle the pressure of training in a public environment, exercise patience, work with flexible schedules, and respond to crisis situations. Ingenuity and creativity must be utilized when determining the best training methods, assistance, and supports for an individual with developmental disabilities.
Starting pay is $55,000/annually
Responsibilities
  • Complete staff evaluations including but not limited to 90-day and annual reviews
  • Monitor and maintain residential budgets
  • Manage staff schedules and ensure shifts are adequately staffed
  • Monitor and schedule required staff trainings, seminars, and conferences
  • Monitor fiscal, medical, personal, and IHP documentation to ensure accuracy
  • Participate in Circle(s) of Support for personal future planning
  • Monitor and schedule house and vehicle maintenance
  • Assist in maintaining and monitoring of consumer's finances
  • Monitor and report the health and medical needs of individuals
  • Build a support network between individuals and community members
  • Prepare progress reports for individuals' immediate support group, including their family and/or guardian, staff, employment specialist, case manager, and other professionals
  • Ensure consistent service delivery that connects work, home, and recreational needs
  • Serve as an active member of an individuals' Inter-Disciplinary Team (IDT), which includes involvement in Individual Habilitation Plan development
  • Submit monthly written reports to the appropriate individuals outlining operational status, progress and concerns
  • May perform the duties of direct support professionals as necessary, in accordance with current staffing needs
  • Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
  • Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned

Minimum Requirements
  • Pennsylvania requires higher education from an accredited university plus a minimum amount of work experience working directly with individuals with an intellectual disability or autism
  • Master's degree and 1 year of work experience; OR
  • Bachelor's degree and 2 years of work experience; OR
  • Associates degree or 60 credit hours and 4 years of work experience

Working Conditions
  • May be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staff
  • Frequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be required
  • May be required to transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
  • May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds
  • May assist with wheelchair transfer of non-ambulatory individuals
  • May be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases

Why Community Options?
  • Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Paid Holidays-Including a Birthday Holiday
  • Generous PTO
  • Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
  • 403b Retirement Plan
  • Incredible career growth opportunities

Send resumes to: Resumes-SK@comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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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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