Job Description Department:

Cumberland Perry Drug & Alcohol Commission Address:

Dennis Marion Public Services Building, 16 W. High Street, Suite 302, Carlisle, PA 17013

Work Hours:

8:00 am to 4:30 pm; Monday through Friday (75 hours bi-weekly); with occasional evening and weekend work for programming required

Type Position:

Permanent, Full-Time, Exempt, Merit Hire External or Internal:

Internal Position Code:

DU2002

Title:

Student Assistance Program Supervisor -

Drug & Alcohol Commission Salary:

$66,553.50, $34.13 per hour

Five Factor Grade:

114

Posting Period:

September 11, 2026 through September 16, 2026 at midnight

Job Summary:

Ensures a comprehensive Student Assistance Program (SAP) framework within schools, supporting early identification, referral, and intervention for students experiencing concerns around substance use. This role manages daily operations, supervises staff, SAP core team processes, behavioral health referrals, and school-based consultation. This position ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and delivers direct support, training, and consultation to school districts.

Essential Job Functions:

Program Leadership, Planning & Evaluation Develop and implement the SAP Unit's goals, objectives, performance measures, and work procedures. Ensure compliance with

DDAP, PA

Department of Education (PDE), SAP, HIPPA and other regulatory requirements. Assign and monitoring ongoing SAP-related needs assessments, encouraging participation in statewide surveys and organizations, and analyze results to guide program development. Design and implement evaluation tools; collect and analyze SAP service data (referrals, recommendations, parent outreach, core team documentation) to recommend improvements. Provide input into budget development and ensure alignment with state requirements. Serve as a spokesperson in public forums and media settings to promote SAP and behavioral health awareness. Identifies student populations through data collection and collaboration and develops appropriate support strategies. Supports with Pennsylvania Youth Survey (PAYS) activities, including attending EPIS and DDAP trainings/webinars, increasing school district participation, analyzing data, and developing an inclusive communication strategy. Leads efforts to meet DDAP deliverables, including SAP reporting requirements, student referral tracking, and SAP Annual report documentation and outcome reporting. Operational Management & Staff Supervision Oversee daily operations, coordinate SAP staff schedules and assignments, and facilitate team meetings. Monitor SAP program performance monthly and prepare written and verbal reports for stakeholders. Provide individual supervision and conduct annual performance reviews. Support staff in delivering high‑quality SAP services. Lead hiring efforts for the SAP team according to merit hire processes and ensure ongoing training requirements are met for all staff. School-based Engagement, Education & Interagency Collaboration Provides SAP technical assistance and training to school administrators, community organizations and SAP core team members on topics including SAP procedures, referral systems, confidentiality, and behavioral health resources. Make presentations to community organizations, school staff, parent groups, and core teams to increase awareness of SAP processes, substance use trends, risks, and protective factors. Prepares informational materials on substance misuse, and harm‑reduction topics. Reviews, evaluates, and utilizes traditional and digital media strategies for disseminating ATOD and problem gambling information. Build and maintain partnerships with school districts, IU staff, providers, crisis services and community partners. Conducts Court Reporting Network (CRN) screenings for DUI offenders and records information in the PennDOT online database; completes required CRN training. Performs related duties as required. Direct SAP Services, Consultation, and Technical Assistance Provide SAP consultations to school staff regarding referrals, student concerns, and decision making. Support school districts in requests for timely referrals to contracted treatment providers and community resources. Provide direct interdepartmental, community, and school services including presentations, consultation, coalition support, and policy development. Travels throughout Cumberland and Perry Counties to deliver SAP services. Other Duties Performs other related duties as assigned. Evening and occasional weekend work may be required. Minimum Requirements to Perform the

Work:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in health education, Education, Psychology, Counseling, Human Services, Social Services Behavioral Services or related field Master's degree (Preferred) Certification through the PA Certification Board or licensure (Preferred)

Work Experience:

At least two years of experience in school-based behavioral health, youth services, or drug and alcohol prevention/intervention. At least one-year supervisory experience and/or leadership experience including coordinating programming or behavioral health initiatives in the community.

Substitution:

An equivalent combination of training and experience may be accepted. Related education may be substituted for the required experience, and appropriate experience may be substituted for the required education.

Clearances:

Prior to employment candidate must receive clearances from: PA State Police, FBI, PA Child Abuse Registry, and Office of the Inspector General. These clearances must be maintained throughout employment. TB testing required

Selection Criteria:

Meet the minimum experience, education, and training for the job.

Meritorious service:

defined as the absence of any discipline above the level of written reprimand during the 12 months preceding the closing date of the posting.

Recruitment Methods:

Hyrell Merit Hire Internal Posting Transfer Reassignment Voluntary Demotion Promotion Current County Employees will follow the County Merit Hire Promotion/Demotion Policy. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations for the interview due to a disability, please advise the interviewer of the accommodations you require well in advance of the scheduled date.

CUMBERLAND COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Company Description Mission Statement:

To provide essential services that respond to community needs and promote well-being, while maintaining a financially sound foundation. We are always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this job application!

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Benefits Medical Benefits:

Capital Blue Cross Medical Insurance Health Savings Account Wellness program with wellness incentives

Capital Blue Cross Vision Insurance United Concordia Dental Insurance Retirement Benefits:

County Retirement Pension 5% minimum pre-tax contribution required, with the option of increasing your contribution over 5% up to 15% post-tax Fully vested after 5 years of credited service

Normal Retirement Options:

Age 55 with 20 years of credited service Age 60 with any amount of credited service Voluntary 457b

Deferred Compensation Plan Military Time Buy Back Options Paid Time Off:

Vacation 10 days per year, accrued per pay period (Non-Exempt) 15 days per year, accrued per pay period (Exempt) Increase for both Non-Exempt and Exempt of 5 days per year after 2 years of service Personal 3 Personal days per year, pro-rated based on starting date Sick 5 Sick days per year, pro-rated based on starting date 12 Paid County Holidays No waiting period to receive paid holidays

Additional Benefits:

Educational Assistance 80% of cost of tuition and books up to the annual IRS limit per calendar year (after 6 months of Full-Time Employment) Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) - certain eligibility requirements must be met Employee Assistance Program Resources for: Childcare, Eldercare, Legal, Financial, and Coaching Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Account Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Life Insurance