Developmental Disabilities Program Representative

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position supports statewide planning, coordination, and evaluation of programs that serve individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. As a Developmental Disabilities Program Representative, you will perform the following duties: Policy Research: Review laws and regulations to understand their impact on individuals with developmental disabilities. Grant Coordination: Prepare work statements, review grantee reports, and provide technical assistance to funded projects. Program Monitoring: Evaluate statewide projects and recommend actions that support the Developmental Disabilities Council goals and objectives. Community Outreach: Assist individuals and families in connecting with community services and specialized supports. Collaboration Work: Take part in statewide groups and coalitions that plan or influence disability-related policies. Training Support: Participate in trainings and help develop materials that support the council programs and initiatives.

Requirements

• Three years of professional experience developing, implementing, or evaluating a human services program that includes one year of experience in the development or implementation of programs serving the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities, and a bachelor’s degree; or An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes one year of professional experience in the development or implementation of programs serving the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Must meet the PA residency requirement.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Review laws and regulations to understand their impact on individuals with developmental disabilities
• Prepare work statements, review grantee reports, and provide technical assistance to funded projects
• Evaluate statewide projects and recommend actions that support the Developmental Disabilities Council goals and objectives
• Assist individuals and families in connecting with community services and specialized supports
• Take part in statewide groups and coalitions that plan or influence disability-related policies
• Participate in trainings and help develop materials that support the council programs and initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level