Developmental Programs (DP) Program Specialist 1

Salary : $55,612.00 Annually Location : Bethlehem, PA Job Type: Full time Job Number: 2024-00374E Department: Human Services Division: Developmental Programs Opening Date: 06/27/2024 Closing Date: 7/11/2024 5:00 PM Eastern Application Requirements In order to be considered for this position, applicants must successfully submit a completed application prior to the posting deadline. Applications submitted with incomplete or missing education and/or work experience sections will be considered incomplete and disqualified from consideration. The attachment of a resume to the application does not fulfill this requirement and will not prevent incomplete applications from being rejected. BE SURE YOUR APPLICATION REFLECTS YOUR ENTIRE WORK HISTORY AS YOUR RESUME IS NOT REVIEWED TO QUALIFY YOU Please answer any supplemental questions truthfully and completely. Use the employment history section of your application to substantiate your answers to supplemental questions. Once the posting closes, all applications will be reviewed. The information provided on the application will be utilized to determine whether or not each applicant meets the minimum requirements for this position. Please read the Minimum Requirements thoroughly and then demonstrate that you meet these requirements on your application. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered for the position. Qualified, eligible applicants will move on to the next step, an Education and Experience Review, in which points will be assigned to each applicant's education and relevant work experience provided on their application. We encourage all applicants to share a comprehensive, concise history of their education, certification, licensing, and employment on their employment application so that we are able to accurately assess their experience. Eligible candidates will be ranked on an Eligibility List based on their total score on the Education and Experience Review. For questions regarding this posting, please contact County of Northampton Human Resources at or 610-829-6366. Equal Employment Opportunities - It is the policy of Northampton County to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, sex, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability, or any other status protected by the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state, federal, or local law. Job Description GENERAL PURPOSE The Developmental Programs (DP) Program Specialist 1 position is responsible for the review, analysis, evaluation, coordination, and monitoring of Developmental Programs and initiatives. SUPERVISION RECEIVED This position reports directly to the MH/EI/DP Program Specialist 2. SUPERVISION EXERCISED This position does not exercise supervision over other functions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE POSITION Interpret State and County rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Assist in overall program planning, development, and implementation of new procedures. Assists in the preparation of all State, County and Administrative Entity plan, including Annual Review Updates and Fiscal Year Renewals. Assists with Complex Case and Multi-System meetings, State Complex Case meetings, CASSP and Multi-system meetings for Developmental Programs. Tracks and monitors Autism-Only individuals for yearly recertification purposes to ensure ODP requirements are met. Tracks and monitors EPSDT (Early Periodic Screening Detection and Testing) and Children and Youth involved individuals' age-outs to ensure continuity of care. Monitors HRST (Health Risk Screening Tool) and collects data on compliance. Responsible for incoming and outgoing Administrative Entity and Supports Coordination transfers. Attends regularly scheduled meetings with all Supports Coordination Organizations. Attends and participates in on-going staff meetings scheduled by the MH/EI/DP Administrator or Deputy Administrator of Developmental Programs. Reviews and authorizes services/budgets in HCSIS. Assists with OBRA Evaluations. Assists with Quality Management Responsibilities. Will become Quality Management certified. Must maintain confidentiality in dealing with client interviews, records, and information; confidentiality must be maintained at all times in accordance with current regulations and policies. Performs other related duties as required. *An employee assigned to this title shall perform a majority, but may not perform all, of the duties listed in this job description. Conversely, minor level duties performed on the job may not be listed. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE - Two (2) years of professional level experience in the field of developmental programs and a bachelor's degree; OR Any equivalent combination of experience and training. Employee assigned to this title will be required to possess and maintain a valid and current motor vehicle operator's license. Must have an acceptable driving record. Personal vehicle required for County business, employee is eligible for mileage reimbursement. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of philosophies, best practices and emerging developments in the field of Intellectual Disabilities. Ability to interpret and implement state, federal and local policies and procedures as they relate to Developmental Programs. Ability to represent the County in a variety of state, regional and local settings and with other stakeholders, particularly provider agencies, families and consumers. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English. Ability to use a personal computer. Ability to travel between office and other locations. Ability to work independently. Ability to function as part of the team. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT Telephone, personal computer (including word processing and spreadsheet software), calculator, writing implements, fax machine, copy machine, and paper shredder. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the office is moderately quiet. Employee may also work in other work environments to include, schools, businesses, public spaces, mobile outreach vehicle, and other community agencies. Work environment can range from quiet to loud. SELECTION GUIDELINES Formal application, rating of education and experience, interview, and reference check as well as job related tests may be required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. FLSA STATUS : FLSA EXEMPT (NOT ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME) DESIGNATION : HUMAN SERVICES PAY GRADE : HS-39 UNION STATUS : NON-UNION Created June 2024 Full-time employees of the County of Northampton are afforded a package of benefits which includes the following: Medical Insurance Vision and Prescription Dental Life Insurance Retirement I. Medical Insurance Coverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Cost to the employee to participate in the plans varies by the coverage selection and number of dependents; and may be subject to collective bargaining, if a union member. The employee may also elect to opt out of the County's medical insurance if proof of coverage through the spouse's employer is provided. Under this arrangement, the employee is provided with an annual $1,500.00 opt out payment. II. Vision and Prescription Coverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Copayments may vary, subject to collective bargaining, if a union member. Coverage under the vision plan varies and depends upon the employee's choice of doctor and frame selection. III. Dental Coverage Coverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Copayments may vary, subject to collective bargaining, if a union member. IV. Life Insurance A life insurance policy is afforded to full-time employees beginning on the first day of employment, unless specified differently in a collective bargaining agreement. It remains in effect as long as the employee is actively employed and terminates upon resignation or retirement. $20,000 is afforded to all eligible employees. V. Retirement All full-time employees and part-time employees working more than 1000 hours per year qualify for County of Northampton retirement benefits, in which employees must contribute 5% of their earnings, and employees may choose to add additional voluntary contributions, not to exceed an additional 10%. Additionally, employees may participate in an optional deferred compensation plan (457(b)) which may provide present tax advantages and future retirement savings. Such arrangements are made directly with the providers and the County will administer payroll deductions only. 01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the applicant screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application? Yes No 02 Information to demonstrate your eligibility for this position must be provided on the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience and education). Resumes and cover letters will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for this position. Please click "yes" to demonstrate that you have read and understood this information. Yes No 03 Do you possess a valid and current driver's license with an acceptable driving record? Yes No 04 What is your highest level of education? Less than High School High School Diploma or Equivalent Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or Higher 05 Do you have two (2) years of professional level experience in the field of developmental programs? Note: This experience must be detailed on your application in order to qualify. Yes No Required Question