Current Openings:

Administrative Assistant

Reports To: Adult Program Director
Position Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt 25-29 hours per week

Position Summary:

The Administrative Assistant provides essential administrative and data management support to the John Paul II Adult Program. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate participant and employee records in the Access Database, generating reports, and completing required monthly and annual compliance reporting, including HCSIS unit reporting. Bilingual candidates are preferred.

Job Duties

Access Database Management

• Add new participants to the Access Database.
• Add new employees to the Access Database.
• Enter employee training information into the Access Database.
• Update participant information in the Access Database, including address changes, hour/day changes, medication changes, health information, and other updates as needed.
• Run reports as needed from the Access Database, including Face Pages, training reports, and individual attendance reports.

Monthly & Annual Reporting

• Complete monthly staff exclusion checks across three different websites.
• Prepare the monthly individual day/hours report.
• Prepare the monthly HCSIS unit report.
• Prepare the annual HCSIS report showing how many units each participant will need for the year and how many units they are currently eligible for in HCSIS, and provide this report to the Adult Program Director so they can proactively reach out to Supports Coordinators (SCs) to obtain any additional units needed.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly with data entry and recordkeeping.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding participant and employee records.
• Ability to work independently, meet recurring monthly and annual deadlines, and manage multiple ongoing tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Background clearances required (Child Abuse, PA Criminal Check, Fingerprinting, Mandated Reporter Training, and Protecting God’s Children Training).

Additional Conditions of Employment

Due to the nature and mission of the Catholic Church, all employees are bound to exhibit respect for the teachings and discipline of the Church regarding matters of faith and morals, including maintaining a lifestyle that is in conformity with the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Physical Demands

Sitting and standing for extended periods of time. May need to move or lift children weighing up to 100 lbs. from wheelchairs to tables or desks. Bending at the waist, kneeling, crouching, and pushing or pulling to assist students is also required. May reach overhead as well as above shoulders and horizontally. Dexterity of hands and fingers to demonstrate activities or run medical and instructional equipment is required, as is hearing and speaking to exchange information, make presentations, hear in a noisy environment, and locate the source of a sound. Reading a variety of materials and monitoring student activities is required. Possible biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases.

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume via iSolved Hire or to the following:

Principal/CEO Kaylee Simcik

Email:ksimcik@johnpauliicenter.org

Speech-Language Pathologist

Part-Time, 2 Days Per Week

Position Summary: The John Paul II Center for Special Learning Adult Program is seeking a compassionate and skilled Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide evaluation, treatment, and consultation services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The ideal candidate will have experience in dysphagia (swallowing disorders), articulation therapy, and functional communication development. This position plays a vital role in supporting participants’ health, safety, communication skills, and overall quality of life.

Essential Responsibilities

Clinical Services

• Conduct speech-language and swallowing evaluations for adult program participants.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans addressing communication, articulation, swallowing, and feeding needs.
• Provide direct therapy services in individual and small-group settings.
• Assess and monitor dysphagia and recommend appropriate dietary modifications and safe swallowing strategies.
• Collaborate with participants, families, nursing staff, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members to support communication and feeding goals.
• Maintain accurate documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and recommendations.

Communication Support

• Address articulation deficits and speech intelligibility concerns.
• Support expressive and receptive language development.
• Assist participants in developing functional communication skills for community engagement, vocational activities, and daily living.
• Evaluate and recommend augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) supports when appropriate.

Consultation and Training

• Provide training and support to staff regarding communication strategies and safe feeding and swallowing practices.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to participant care planning.
• Monitor participant progress and update treatment goals as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current Pennsylvania Speech-Language Pathologist license.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred.
• Experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred.
• Experience in dysphagia assessment and treatment required.
• Experience providing articulation therapy required.
• Knowledge of AAC systems and functional communication supports preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and documentation skills.

Physical Requirements

Must have the ability to assist with feeding and swallowing assessments; move throughout the facility and participate in community-based programming as needed; and lift, bend, and position materials or adaptive equipment when necessary.

Send your cover letter & resume to: ksimcik@johnpauliicenter.org

Direct Support Professionals  

Join Our Adult Program Team as a Direct Service Professional!

We’re looking for compassionate, dedicated individuals to support students with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a faith-based, inclusive environment in Shillington, PA.

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professionals to join our team in empowering individuals with disabilities to lead rewarding and meaningful lives. This role offers a positive team environment with great hours—no evenings, weekends, or nights! We provide a generous benefits package, paid time off, and opportunities for advancement.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (note: no use of personal vehicle required), and the physical ability to lift heavy objects or individuals, bend, kneel, run, stoop, and perform other movements as needed. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for documentation, along with the ability to multi-task, show patience and empathy, and demonstrate effective problem-solving skills. Join us in making a real difference every day.

📅 Schedule: Full-time, Year Round

📍 Location: Shillington, PA