- Professional
- Office in Pittsburgh
Be the change you wish to see in the world! Come join our team to empower children and families in our communities to transform their lives and develop to their full potential.
Pressley Ridge Benefits
The well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. At Pressley Ridge, we strive to provide the most competitive and comprehensive employee benefit programs that are affordable and help you and your family achieve and maintain your best possible health.
- Medical coverage available with a Health Savings Account (HSA) with 50% employer match
- Prescription coverage
- Dental and vision plans
- Patient advocate and Medicare specialists available at no cost
- Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account
- Retirement savings plan with an employer match
- Free life insurance and AD&D
- Paid Time Off
- 9 paid holidays (7 recognized holidays plus a floating and birthday holiday per year)
- Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Position Summary
The Placement Manager will work with the Program Director to ensure that continued enrollment at maximum capacity. The Placement Manager works with professional staff to ensure that all areas of need within each transitioning child’s ecology are identified to assure coordinated placement of students within the program. The Placement Manager will also ensure continued communication with external agencies, families, and assure a congruent system of communication in placement procedures. The Placement Manager is responsible for coordinating and implementing transitional activities specific to reintegration into a less restrictive environment for students, families and school districts.
Essential Responsibilities
- Coordinate with students and classroom team to conduct initial transition/employment/career assessments. Meet annually to discuss and update goals and progress on transition plans.
- Participate in team meetings in which IEP goals are identified for students who are nearing readiness for reintegration or beginning work program.
- Provide classroom teams forms for reintegration progress documentation and collaborate on establishing goals and timelines.
- Coordinate all meetings with school district/work employers, classroom teams, and Coordinators of Program Services for school tours and meetings.
- Conduct an initial pre-admissions/admissions interview with the family, guardian, student and/or appointed person to gather comprehensive background and current information.
- Utilize technology through electronic documentation, electronic communication, and use of the internet to supplement programming.
Qualifications
- Clearances. State Police; FBI clearance; child abuse clearance; CPSL Mandated Reporter-Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse training; any additional background checks/clearances required by state governing bodies.
- Valid driver’s license and current vehicle insurance.
Working Conditions
- Physical Demands. This position requires a moderate to high level of physical activity.
- Environmental Factors. Community, Home, School
- Working Hours. As Assigned.
