County Intellectual Disabilities Program Specialist 1 (Local Government) - Cambria County BH/ID/EIPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4709600) ApplyCounty Intellectual Disabilities Program Specialist 1 (Local Government) - Cambria County BH/ID/EISalary$43,000.00 AnnuallyLocation Cambria County, PAJob TypeCivil Service Permanent Full-TimeJob NumberCS-2024-11118-L0755DepartmentLocal GovernmentDivisionHS Cambria Co Mh/Id UnitOpening Date11/04/2024Closing Date11/17/2024 11:59 PM EasternJob CodeL0755Position Number80001881UnionSEIUBargaining UnitLGPay GroupLGBureau / Division Code88213411Bureau / DivisionCambria County Behavioral Health, Intellectual Disabilities, & Early InterventionWorksite AddressCentral Park Complex, Suite 300Worksite Address110 Franklin StreetCityJohnstown, PennsylvaniaZip Code15901Contact NameAmy GlessnerContact Phone814.472.1610Contact Emailaglessner@co.cambria.pa.us
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THE POSITIONAre 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 talents to our team at the Cambria County Behavioral Health, Intellectual Disabilities, and Early Intervention (BH/ID/EI) agency 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 Cambria County residents! Take charge of your future and apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORKAs a County Intellectual Disabilities Program Specialist 1, you will provide administrative oversight for Cambria County BH/ID/EI and participate in the review, analysis, evaluation, monitoring, and coordination of intellectual disability and mental health programs throughout the county. You will be responsible for reviewing and approving annual review individual support plans (ISP) and critical revisions, as well as monitoring waiver and base funds as they relate to ISPs in Home Community Services Information System (HCSIS). This professional also oversees waiver capacity and informs the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) of all changes in enrollment status. We are looking for someone with strong leadership qualities, as you will be participating in management reviews with providers on a quarterly basis, in addition to providing staff development trainings and protocols. This position also involves participation in provider service contract negotiations with BH/ID/EI administrative staff and contracted provider agencies. Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
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 & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Two years of professional experience in the field of intellectual disabilities, and a bachelor's degree; or
Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.
Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Cambria County. If no eligible candidates who live within Cambria 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 a medical examination and drug screening.
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 willnotbe 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 www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
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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/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
Benefit packages are determined by the county and may vary. Please contact the applicable county human resource office directly to inquire about a specific benefit package.01 How much full-time professional experience do you possess in the field of intellectual disabilities?
2 years or more
1 but less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
None
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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How much graduate coursework have you completed in the behavioral, social, or habilitative sciences; community planning or organization; or a related field?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
60 credits or more
30 but less than 60 credit
Less than 30 credits
None
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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – IMPLEMENT AND EVALUATE FOR COMPLIANCE
Implement operational policies, procedures, program objectives, and plans related to developmental disability. Monitor and evaluate programs for the health and safety of individuals, effectiveness, and compliance with federal and state laws, state and county guidelines and regulations, and county contractual agreements.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience implementing policies and procedures, and monitoring and evaluating programs for effectiveness and compliance. This is related to DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES programs.
B. I have experience implementing policies and procedures, and monitoring and evaluating programs for effectiveness and compliance. This is related to HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAMS other than developmental disabilities.
C. I have experience conducting needs assessments, implementing policies and procedures, or ensuring effectiveness and compliance.
D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The actual duties you performed related to implementing and evaluating.
The type of program for which you performed these activities.
Your level of responsibility.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY
Determine eligibility based on Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) regulations. Recertify program participation for individuals with autism, developmental delays, and children with medical complexities annually. Review Individual Support Plans (ISP) annually for accuracy and to approve needed changes.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience determining individuals' eligibility for services related to DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES.
B. I have experience determining individuals' eligibility for services related to any HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAMS other than developmental disabilities.
C. I have experience determining individuals' eligibility for services. This is NOT related to human services programs.
D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The actual duties you performed related to determining eligibility.
The type of services for which you performed these activities.
Your level of responsibility.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – PROVIDE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Provide technical assistance related to developmental disability services to providers, individuals and their family members, or other stakeholders. Respond to requests for information or guidance.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience providing technical assistance to providers, individuals and their family members, or other stakeholders related to DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY services.
B. I have experience providing technical assistance to providers, individuals and their family members, or other stakeholders related to HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAMS other than developmental disability programs.
C. I have experience providing technical assistance to a variety of audiences on topics OTHER THAN human services programs.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to communications, public speaking, conflict resolution, or interviewing.
E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The actual duties you performed related to customer service.
The types of programs/services for which you performed these activities.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
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