County Intellectual Disabilities Specialist 2, SCO Director (Local Government)

About the role

As a County Intellectual Disabilities Specialist 2, Supports Coordination Organization (SCO) Director, you will play a key role in supporting essential programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities. This position allows you to build strong connections with families, providers, and coworkers while improving local services. Your leadership will help keep programs organized, responsive, and focused on quality. This position supports the coordination, review, and improvement of intellectual disabilities programs across residential and community settings, ensuring that staff, providers, and families receive the guidance they need to deliver high-quality services. We offer a robust benefits package and, if eligible, a Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Step into a role where your work truly matters!

Responsibilities

• Program Oversight: Guide daily activities of the Supports Coordination Organization and ensure all functions operate smoothly
• Staff Leadership: Supervise assigned staff and support their development and performance
• Provider Support: Assist providers by addressing concerns, reviewing performance, and supporting corrective action plans
• Quality Review: Conduct monitoring activities, analyze findings, and act on results to improve program operations
• Documentation Management: Maintain organized records in both paper charts and electronic systems
• Community Coordination: Collaborate with administrators, teams, and agencies to support shared initiatives and resolve issues

Requirements

You must meet the PA residency requirement. Hiring preference may be given to candidates who live within Cameron or Elk County; if no eligible candidates from those counties apply, candidates from other counties may be considered. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Under the Child Protective Services Law, a conditional offer requires submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

Qualifications

Minimum experience and training: one year as a County Intellectual Disabilities Program Specialist 1; or three years of professional experience in the field of intellectual disabilities and a bachelor's degree; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.

Benefits

We offer a robust benefits package and, if eligible, a Student