County Intellectual Disabilities Program Specialist 1 (Local Govt) - Armstrong-Indiana County MH/ID
County Intellectual Disabilities Program Specialist 1 (Local Govt) - Armstrong-Indiana County MH/ID
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USD 55345 - 55345
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Job Description
THE POSITION
Are you looking for a challenging yet rewarding career If so bring your knowledge and talents to our dedicated team at the Armstrong-Indiana Behavioral and Developmental Health Program. As a County Intellectual Disabilities Program Specialist 1 you will have the opportunity to be the Waiver Coordinator and will perform a wide variety of administrative duties under the supervision of the ID Program Director. If you are passionate about working in an environment that serves to help others this is the perfect job for you. Take charge of your future and apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this professional administrative position you will be responsible for adhering to all Consolidated Community Living and Person/Family Directed Support (PFDS) guidelines and timeframes. Work includes implementing new ODP policies and procedures relating to the Intellectual Disability Waiver Program; authorizing and reviewing utilization of Individual Support Plans; and monitoring and maintaining individual files to meet State Regulations. Effective communication skills are essential as you will attend meetings with individuals service providers and families to resolve conflicts coordinate programs and explain the qualifications for different waiver programs and services. You will be expected to attend meetings or phone conferences with Supports Coordinators and SC Supervisors to explain program changes and expectations. You will have the opportunity to provide technical assistance to contract providers and other stakeholders concerning billing issues Bulletins Memos Announcements ISP Manual and Service Definitions and other Waiver Policies Regulations and forms.
Additional duties to include but not limited to:
- Preparing for and participating in the Annual AE Oversight Provider Monitoring Process and county lead investigations
- Completing additional correspondence studies reports projects or meetings as assigned by supervisor
- Attending ODP required and non-required trainings and webinars
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday - Friday with 60-minute lunch.
- Telework:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time after the completion of the probationary period. In order to telework you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Kittanning.
- Salary:In some cases the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email including spam/junk folders for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Two years of professional experience in the field of intellectual disabilities and a bachelors degree; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements:
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements follow the link and click on Residency.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
- You must pass a background investigation.
- This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
- Under the Law a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including but not limited to PA State Police clearance PA Child Abuse history clearance and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
How to Apply:- Resumes cover letters and similar documents will not be reviewed and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans go to and click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit develop and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race color religious creed ancestry union membership age gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin AIDS or HIV status disability or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application including all supplemental questions serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
