ID/A Program Director (County Intellectual Disabilities Program Director) Local Government

About the role

The County of Washington Behavioral Health & Developmental Services Department seeks an experienced Intellectual Disabilities Program Director. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including family health insurance, retirement contributions, and wellness benefits for both employees and their families.

Responsibilities

• Program Oversight: Ensure high-quality and compliant services across Developmental Services
• Community Analysis: Study local needs and resources to support program decisions
• Service Planning: Coordinate the review of information to help develop new and innovative Intellectual Disability/Autism (ID/A) programs
• Policy Evaluation: Review data and legislation to assess impacts on local and regional planning
• Quality Management: Develop and implement the annual County QM Plan following state guidelines
• Provider Monitoring: Participate in provider evaluations and coordinate the qualification of all assigned ID/A providers

Requirements

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as a County Intellectual Disabilities Program Specialist 2 (local government title); or Five years of professional experience in the field of intellectual disabilities, including three years of administrative, supervisory, or managerial work, and a bachelor’s degree; or An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes five years of professional experience in the field of intellectual disabilities, including three years of administrative, supervisory, or managerial work.

Other Requirements: Must meet the PA residency requirement. Legal Requirements: 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. Applicants must submit satisfactory criminal history reports, including PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of one year as a County Intellectual Disabilities Program Specialist 2 or five years of professional experience in the field of intellectual disabilities, including three years of administrative, supervisory, or managerial work.

Skills

N/A

Benefits

In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. Employees will receive a generous benefits package, including family health insurance, retirement contribution, and wellness benefits for both employees and their families.

Pay

Salary details will be communicated via email after the application process.

Schedule

Full-time employment with work hours from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Work outside of normal schedule including weekends and evenings will be required. Telework is not available for this position.