The Behavioral Health & Developmental Services Department in Washington County is currently hiring an Intellectual Disabilities Program Specialist - Early Intervention Coordinator. Join our team and make a positive impact on the community and its residents. We are seeking a motivated individual to provide comprehensive care and work alongside our dedicated staff. Don't miss out on this rewarding opportunity to make a difference in your community!

Your position entails administrative tasks related to Early Intervention Services (EIS), including reviewing, analyzing, evaluating, monitoring, and coordinating programs. Responsibilities include interpreting regulations, policies, and objectives to support the development of EIS for eligible individuals and families. Additionally, the role involves managing provider contracts and determining resource allocations.

Having a thorough understanding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), P.L. 102-119, and the Pennsylvania Early Intervention Services System Act (Act 212 of 1990, P.L. 1372, No. 212) is advantageous. Familiarity with Intellectual Disability bulletins, such as screening, evaluation, IFSP, P.L. 99-457 (Part H), EPSDT, and related rules & regulations, is also beneficial.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. This position may require work outside of normal business hours such as evenings and weekends.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• The starting salary for the position is $40,274.69 with a generous benefits package, including family health insurance, retirement contribution, and wellness benefits/activities for both employees and their families.
• 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.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and 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.

• 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:
  1. your score may be lower than deserved.
  2. you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.