County Intellectual Disabilities Program Specialist 1 (Local Government) - Lycoming-Clinton Co MH/ID

Are you looking for a challenging, yet rewarding career in which you can utilize your experience in the field of human services? Bring your knowledge and expertise to our team at the Lycoming-Clinton Joinder Board and join us as a County Intellectual Disabilities (ID) Program Specialist 1! This is an excellent opportunity to ensure quality continuity of service delivery for our valued residents! Take charge of your future and apply today!

As a County ID Program Specialist 1, you will be responsible for activities associated with the administration of the Consolidated, Community Living, and Person Family Directed Supports (PFDS) Waivers as defined in the Administrative Entity (AE) Operating Agreement. You will be tasked with leading the authorization and approval of Individual Support Plans (ISPs) for those served by the Intellectual Disabilities/Autism Services Program. This includes conducting critical revisions, annual reviews, fiscal year renewals, and mass rate changes. You will work directly with supports coordination organizations to ensure that services are being efficiently utilized and make any necessary adjustments to remain in alignment with the individual's needs. Within this role, you will monitor and manage Prioritization of Urgency of Need for Services (PUNS), assist with the incident management process, and serve as a resource for incoming crisis afterhours calls. This position requires a comprehensive knowledge of the AE Operating Agreement and all regulations pertaining to ID and Autism waivers and service delivery. You will utilize innovative analytical skills to evaluate program related issues, obtain client feedback, and provide recommendations for long-term resolutions.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of professional experience in the field of intellectual disabilities, and a bachelor's 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.
• Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Clinton and Lycoming Counties. If no eligible candidates who live within Clinton and Lycoming County apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.

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.

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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.

• 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.