Job Description

THE POSITION

Would you like to make a difference in the lives of individuals and families who are impacted by a Substance Use Disorder? If so, complete and submit your application for the position of Public Health Program Associate 2 (PHPA 2) within the Department of Drug and Alcohol Services (DDAP\'s) Bureau of County Program Oversight.

As a PHPA 2, you will support DDAP\'s mission by planning and implementing public health programs in the field of substance use disorders. You will work directly with our 47 Single County Authorities (SCAs) by monitoring and supporting them through review of SCA Treatment Needs Assessments, SCA Treatment Plans and Annual Reviews/Updates. As PHPA 2, you will also conduct SCA on-site visits to evaluate case management and treatment activities in compliance with state and federal requirements.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Public Health Program Associate 2 within DDAP, you will perform professional, consultative and administrative work on behalf of and throughout the Commonwealth\'s Drug and Alcohol Treatment and Service System. The PHPA 2 plans, develops, and monitors programs associated with substance related and addiction disorders. The PHPA 2 shall perform duties as follows:

• Research, organize, analyze and present data for planning, developing, and monitoring of public health programs and initiatives associated with substance related and addiction disorders.
• Serve as the Project Manager for Federally Funded Grant Programs, which includes oversight, management and monitoring of all aspects of the contracted program, to include fiscal and programmatic components; as well as developing contract language, work statements and reports, conducting meetings and visiting project sites.
• Participate in the implementation and review of Funding Initiative Announcements to address statewide substance use epidemics. This includes the development of tools for assessing the applicant\'s ability to respond to the crisis. The Public Health Program Associate 2 monitors grants awarded to include use of program evaluation tools and metrics.
• Monitor and support SCAs through review of SCA Treatment Needs Assessments & Plans; PA WITS and/or other pertinent approved data sources; conduct on-site reviews for evaluation of case management and treatment activities.
• Lead and/or coordinate committees, programs and work groups, which includes collaborating, planning, participating, facilitation, preparing/submitting work plans, reports and summaries.

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Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
• Travel: Travel required, including periods of increased overnight travel.
• Overtime: As Needed.
• May change based on operational needs.
• FREE PARKING!
• Telework: Preferred: You will have the opportunity to work from home (telework), part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• The Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.
• 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:

• One year as a Public Health Program Associate 1 (commonwealth title); or
• A bachelor\'s degree and one year of professional experience in the development, analysis, or monitoring of programs, grants, or contracts in health, human services, social or behavioral services, health care services, or health insurance; or
• An 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.

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 above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. \xc2\xa77103) 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

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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.

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.

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