ID PROGRAM SPECIALIST 2 (Waiver Capacity)

Dauphin County • Harrisburg, PA

2h

About The Position

Dauphin County Mental Health/Autism/Developmental Programs is hiring a full-time ID Program Specialist 2 (Waiver Capacity). This Merit Hire position serves as the Intellectual Disabilities Waiver Capacity Manager and is responsible for program planning, policy development, analysis, monitoring, and coordination of community Autism/Developmental Programs services. The role focuses on planning, implementing, monitoring, analyzing, and coordinating Medicaid Waiver services; providing Administrative Entity leadership; and evaluating Autism/Developmental Programs services. It provides lead oversight for the Consolidated, Community Living, and Person/Family Directed Support Waivers. The position is part of an integrated management team and coordinates with community agencies and resources. Work is performed under the direction of the Deputy Autism/Developmental Programs Administrator 2.

The position is based in the MH/A/DP Administrator’s Office. It requires strong written and oral communication skills and efficient use of computer technology. Some travel to services and meetings throughout the county and occasionally elsewhere in Pennsylvania is required, as are occasional evening meetings.

At hire, the successful applicant must meet the applicable education and experience requirements and provide a valid driver’s license and positive driving record, favorable criminal background check, child abuse and FBI clearances, and favorable references. Proof of a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license must be provided within 60 days after hire. An alternative form of identification may be accepted when the applicant is ineligible for a Pennsylvania driver’s license under 67 PA. Code § 83 and driving is not an essential job function.

Dauphin County is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace free of discrimination and harassment. The county provides equal employment opportunities without regard to protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

• 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 an equivalent combination of experience and training and a bachelor's degree.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Efficient use of computer technology.
• At hire, a valid driver’s license and positive driving record, favorable criminal background check, child abuse and FBI clearances, and favorable references.
• Provide proof of a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license within 60 days of hire, unless an alternative identification arrangement applies under 67 PA. Code § 83 and driving is not an essential function.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, monitor, analyze, and coordinate Medicaid Waiver services.
• Provide Administrative Entity leadership responsibilities.
• Evaluate Autism/Developmental Programs services.
• Lead implementation, administration, and oversight of the Consolidated, Community Living, and Person/Family Directed Support Waivers.
• Coordinate with community agencies and resources as part of an integrated management team.
• Travel to services and meetings throughout the county and occasionally to other parts of Pennsylvania.
• Attend occasional evening meetings.

What This Job Offers

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