ID Program Specialist 1 Local Government) - Lehigh County MH/ID

Are you passionate about working in an environment that serves to help others? The Department of Intellectual Disabilities is responsible for the administration and oversight of waivers for individuals with ID/Autism. Lehigh County currently has open ID Program Specialist 1 positions to support individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or autism in leading rich, meaningful, and self-directed lives within their communities Come join our team and help us improve the lives of those with Intellectual Disabilities.

The employee, in conjunction with other Administrative Entity (AE) staff, performs key administrative functions that ensure compliance with state and county quality standards and service timeliness requirements as outlined in the State and County Operating Agreement. These responsibilities are directly tied to the state's allocation of administrative funding to the ID/Autism program at the county level.
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conduct intake interviews and review documentation (e.g., psychological evaluations, medical records, proof of residency) to verify eligibility for ID/A services in accordance with ODP regulations and county procedures
• Administer adaptive assessments as needed and ensure proper documentation of eligibility determinations
• Provide information, guidance, and technical assistance to individuals and families regarding available supports, service options, and eligibility processes
• Review, approve, and authorize Individual Support Plans (ISPs) to ensure alignment with assessed needs, available resources, and funding limitations
• Ensure compliance with all ODP policies and procedures related to service approval, authorization, and billing
• Collaborate with Supports Coordination Organizations (SCOs), providers, and families to address service gaps or barriers to implementation
• Coordinate with other human service systems and community agencies to promote integrated, person-centered supports

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• 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.

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.
• 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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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.

• 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.