Full Time, Day Shift
Minimum Starting Salary: $18.74/hr
Do you have a passion for improving the lives of individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities? Would you like to be a valuable member of a diversity driven, mission-minded team that impacts our community? Are you looking for work/life balance and an excellent benefit package? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to work as a Program Specialist!
What You Will Be Doing
As a Program Specialist, you will support the statewide implementation of Parent Management Training - Oregon (PMTO) by coordinating trainings and meetings, tracking participant activities and progress, and providing information regarding model requirements. You will serve as a positive ambassador for PMTO while supporting state leadership, participants, and community partners.
Responsibilities include providing administrative support to the PMTO State Coordinator; scheduling meetings; taking meeting notes; developing reports, templates, flyers, and other program materials; compiling data for statewide marketing and promotion efforts; ordering and monitoring office and training supplies; tracking project deadlines; facilitating communication; and assisting with preparations for PMTO State trainings.
Additional duties include managing Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and training certificates, maintaining training records, and assisting with the setup and breakdown of trainings, conferences, and special events. This role is primarily based on-site, with some hybrid work arrangements possible. Some travel outside the Kalamazoo area and occasional evening work may be required to support training and conference activities. This position is grant funded with funding currently approved through September 27, 2027.
What We Require
High School diploma or GED and three years' experience in office or administrative assistant role, OR a Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services field and one year experience in an office or administrative assistant role. Experience in developing and maintaining tracking mechanisms, a strong background working with Excel spreadsheets as well as Publisher is preferred. Ability to support the confidential nature of developmental disability, mental health and substance use services. Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, with exceptional organizational and time management abilities. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and other computer systems, including word processing, spreadsheets, database management, and email. You must also have a valid Michigan Driver's license and reliable transportation.
Why Work For ISK
Because we make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve in the Kalamazoo community every day. You will have the opportunity to work with amazing co-workers in an environment that values diversity, inclusion, work/life balance and encourages ongoing education for professional development.
We also offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, with some of the best retirement plans in southwest Michigan including a 6.2% retirement match and pension plan!
You will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, Generous PTO and the opportunity to earn additional PTO hours for participating in our wellness program! Kalamazoo is the home of the Kalamazoo Promise!
Who We Are
Integrated Services of Kalamazoo (ISK) has been delivering quality services and programs to improve the lives of those we serve for over 30 years. ISK works with youth, families, and adults with mental illnesses, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders to help them succeed. We provide welcoming and diverse community partnerships which collaborate and share resources to support individuals and families to be successful and achieve their goals in a traumainformed environment.
Come Join Us!
Individuals of diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds along with bilingual candidates are invited to apply. ISK is an equal opportunity employer that encourages diversity and inclusion among its workforce. ISK fomenta la diversidad y la inclusión.
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:
Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations, including, but not limited to, visual and/or audiological appliances and devices to increase mobility.
Physical Efforts – Job demands include prolonged sitting and standing. Requires light lifting up to 25 pounds, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or bending. Requires coordination of hands and/or eye/hand/foot and ability to hear and communicate verbally.
Working Conditions – In office environment with noise from computers, copy machine, and telephones. Use of computer for periods in excess of 30 minutes at a time. May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens, infectious diseases, and parasites. May encounter community environments that include homes, schools, courts, and other community settings that may or may not be barrierfree. Travel throughout the Kalamazoo area may be required.
