County Intellectual Disabilities Program Specialist 1 (Local Government) Part-Ti

County Intellectual Disabilities Program Specialist 1 (Local Government) Part-Ti Meadville, PA 3 DAYS AGO 22447969 Summary Meadville, PA $25.19 - $25.19 per Hour 2 Years Experience Bachelor's degree No Commission 20.00 hours per week / Day Shift /Part-Time Description Reference #: 5270499 Salary $25.19 Hourly Location Crawford County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Part-Time Job Number

CS-2026-45311-L0755

Department Local Government Division HS Crawford Co Mh/Id Unit Opening Date 03/18/2026 Closing Date 3/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code L0755 Position Number 80001964 Union Non-Union Bargaining Unit LG Pay Group LG Bureau / Division Code 88213420 Bureau / Division HS Crawford Co Mh/Id Unit Worksite Address 18282 Technology Drive, Suite 101 City Meadville, Pennsylvania Zip Code 16335 Contact Name Naomi DeFrancesco Contact Phone 814.333.7300, extension 3601 Contact Email ndefrancesco@co.crawford.pa.us

THE POSITION

Crawford County Human Services is seeking a dedicated professional to become an essential part of our dynamic, family-friendly work environment. This part-time, County Intellectual Disabilities Program Specialist 1 position offers an exciting opportunity to make a difference through administrative work involving the review, analysis, evaluation, implementation, monitoring, and coordination of the Intellectual Disability and Autism (IDA) services in Crawford County. If you enjoy working with people and want to be a part of a supportive team, apply now to start your rewarding career with us!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Program Specialist 1, you will provide individuals and their families with choice and control, including options for Supports Coordination Organization, supports coordinator, provider agency, type of service, and cost of service. In this role, you will aim to improve the health and safety of individuals receiving services through implementation of training, monitoring procedures, and using standardized processes to ensure equity for individuals requesting support services. Work involves completing intake processing duties such as gathering, reviewing, and approving eligibility documentation; confirming waiver eligibility; completing waiver certifications; as well as reviewing Service Preference applications.

Additional responsibilities include:

Reviewing and approving incidents through Enterprise Incident Management (EIM) and Home and Community Service Information System (HCSIS) Conducting certified investigations Participating in peer reviews of in-house investigations Preparing correspondence, compiling reports, and maintaining records Reviewing and approving Individualized Service Plans (ISP)

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Part-time employment Work hours are 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM, Monday - Friday. Overtime as needed.

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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY 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 Guidelines. 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. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

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. 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.

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