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

THE POSITION

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.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

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 :

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements :

Other Requirements :

Legal Requirements :

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.

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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.

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