Reference #: 4414587 THE POSITION Blair County Children, Youth, and Families is looking for a Program Specialist to become a part of our leadership team. You will have the ability to utilize your communication skill set as you coach and guide professionals to be strength-based and engaging with those that they work and partner with. This position gives you the opportunity to onboard new staff and help guide them to be their best self. Apply today to unleash your potential!

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes 90% employer-paid PPO health insurance with prescription and vision components, defined benefit pension plan, defined contribution plan, group term life insurance, one sick day earned a month, and 14 annual paid holidays! DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Program Specialist, you will serve as the training liaison for the agency by mentoring, training, and shadowing staff via Charting the Course or Supervisory Training Series modules. You may share responsibility of covering Supervisor Emergency Duty Coverage as needed. You will be expected to model the guiding mission, vision, and values of the agency, including maintaining a strength based and respectful attitude at all times. You may have the opportunity to travel overnight to attend local, state, or regional trainings and will be required to maintain a regular, continuous presence at worksites. Additional responsibilities include: Coordinating and establishing schedules for newly hired staff to shadow and train beside seasoned casework staff in the field and office Participating in interviews for caseworkers or casework supervisors, and providing input for selection Supplying information to the community about the agencies mission, vision, and values through events and trainings Attending committees or meetings and relaying vital information back to the agency

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. Supervisor emergency duty coverage will be scheduled as needed. 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 level experience in the field of children, youth and families; and a bachelor's degree; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training. Other Requirements: You must meet the . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the  and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: You must pass a background investigation. A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening. 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 ab ve application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. 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 and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at. 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.