What are the responsibilities and job description for the ID PROGRAM SPECIALIST 2 position at Dauphin County?
This is a merit hire position. The hourly rate for this position is $28.14 per hour. Dauphin County Department of Mental Health, Autism, and Developmental Programs is currently accepting applications for the full-time Program Specialist 2, Intellectual Disabilities Waiver Capacity Manager. This position is responsible for program planning, policy development, analysis, and monitoring as well as coordination of community Autism/Developmental Programs (A/DP) services. The work involves the planning, implementation, monitoring, analysis, and coordination of Medicaid Waiver services, Administrative Entity leadership responsibilities, and program evaluation of the Autism/Developmental Programs services. The Waiver Capacity Manager serves a lead role in the implementation, administration, and oversight of the Consolidated Community Living and Person/Family Directed Support Waivers. This position performs as a member of an integrated management team and must also coordinate with other community agencies and resources. Work is performed under the direction of the Deputy Autism/Developmental Programs Administrator 2.
This position requires excellent communication skills – written, oral, and efficient use of computer technology. The responsibilities of this position require some travel to services and meetings in all parts of the county and occasionally to other parts of the state. Occasional evening meetings are also required.
Minimum Education, Experience & Training:
One year as an Intellectual Disabilities Program Specialist 1.
Or three years of professional level experience in the field of intellectual disabilities; and a bachelor's degree.
Or any equivalent combination of experience and training and a bachelor’s degree.
Other Requirements:
At the time of hire, a valid driver’s license and positive driving record, a favorable criminal background check, child abuse and FBI clearances, as well as favorable references are required. The applicant must provide proof of a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license within 60 days from the date of hire. An alternative form of identification will be accepted if you are not eligible to receive a Pennsylvania driver’s license under 67 PA. Code § 83 and driving is not an essential function of the position.
Dauphin County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive workplace free of discrimination and harassment. Dauphin County prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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