County Intellectual Disabilities Program Specialist 1 (Lg) - Bradford County Mh/Id

THE POSITION

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 talents to our team at Bradford/Sullivan Intellectual Disabilities Services and join us as a County Intellectual Disabilities Program Specialist 1! This is an excellent opportunity to strengthen the quality and oversight of service delivery in compliance with the Office of Developmental Programs policies, procedures, and expectations. Take charge of your future and apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a County Intellectual Disabilities Program Specialist 1, it is imperative that you familiarize yourself with and support the mission, vision, and values of the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP). You will work with the Quality Manager (QM) to coordinate implementation and maintenance of ODP's Quality Management Strategy (QMS) in the Administrative Entity (AE). This position supports QM efforts by supporting AE staff in the development, submission, and implementation of a written Quality Management Plan in accordance with the language in the AE Operating Agreement.

You will support a variety of QM activities, review reports about incidents and the investigation of problems, complaints, and inquires to recommend appropriate corrective action, and ensure implementation and monitoring of ODP initiatives. Provide technical assistance to AE staff and providers, participate in meetings and training sessions, and prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence as necessary. You will function as the county point person for intake and eligibility, as well as become certified in QM and serve as an ODP Certified Investigator to complete investigations as assigned. Provide education and support to school districts and assist staff in developing an employment coalition, working with the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) and county stakeholders. This position also affords the opportunity to lead ID & Autism Awareness months.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours/week

• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

• Hours may vary due to travel, after hours appointments, or other related duties.

• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 18 days per year. 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 Towanda.

• 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 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.

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation.

• A conditional offer of employment will require a 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 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 www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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.

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

02

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 experience must also 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.

03

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 also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3 and click on Other Information.

• 60 credits or more

• 30 but less than 60 credit

• Less than 30 credits

• None

04

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. You must complete the application and answer 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 our FAQ page.

• Yes

05

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 Performance

Select 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.

06

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.

07

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 Performance

Select 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.

08

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.

09

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 Performance

Select 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.

10

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.

11

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

• Credits/Clock Hours

Required Question

Agency Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address 613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website http://www.employment.pa.gov