Job Description
Blair, Mifflin, Juniata, Perry, Union, Snyder, Northumberland, Columbia, and Montour. Applicants must reside within the area of coverage or in one of the surrounding counties.
DEPARTMENT OF AGING
BUREAU OF QUALITY ASSURANCE, QUALITY AND COMPLIANCE DIVISION
STATEMENT OF WORK – PROGRAM SPECIALIST
JOB TITLE: Program Specialist 3
DEPT: Department of Aging, Quality and Compliance Division
Barbara Hinds, Division Chief
WORK SCHEDULE: 37.5 hours/week
FULL-TIME/WORK HOURS: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Two years of professional experience in a human services program conducting
human services related research or providing social services to clients, and a
bachelor's degree.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of quality assurance and risk management. Experience/working knowledge of home and community based services or human services.
Excellent communication and writing skills with advanced skills in Microsoft Office products.
Role Description
The employee in this position is a liaison between Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA) and 52 Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs). The Quality and Compliance Division within the Bureau of Quality Assurance is responsible for the monitoring of Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) activities as they pertain to the administration of programs funded by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA). In addition to monitoring compliance with program standards, policies and procedures, this Division evaluates and monitors the overall quality of the Aging programs and provides consultation and technical assistance to the AAAs including, but not limited to, internal quality management and other administrative and clinical issues.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.DEPARTMENT OF AGING
BUREAU OF QUALITY ASSURANCE, QUALITY AND COMPLIANCE DIVISION
STATEMENT OF WORK – PROGRAM SPECIALIST
JOB TITLE: Program Specialist 3
DEPT: Department of Aging, Quality and Compliance Division
Barbara Hinds, Division Chief
WORK SCHEDULE: 37.5 hours/week
FULL-TIME/WORK HOURS: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Two years of professional experience in a human services program conducting
human services related research or providing social services to clients, and a
bachelor's degree.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of quality assurance and risk management. Experience/working knowledge of home and community based services or human services.
Excellent communication and writing skills with advanced skills in Microsoft Office products.
Role Description
The employee in this position is a liaison between Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA) and 52 Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs). The Quality and Compliance Division within the Bureau of Quality Assurance is responsible for the monitoring of Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) activities as they pertain to the administration of programs funded by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA). In addition to monitoring compliance with program standards, policies and procedures, this Division evaluates and monitors the overall quality of the Aging programs and provides consultation and technical assistance to the AAAs including, but not limited to, internal quality management and other administrative and clinical issues.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES
- Conduct onsite and offsite monitoring of Aging programs and services in a defined geographical area. At times state-wide travel may be necessary.
- Maintain a working knowledge of all Aging programs, services, policies and procedures and effectively communicate same to:
- AAAs
- PDA staff
- Consumers and family members
- Public entities
- Understand and effectively use IT systems and the consumer database (WellSky/A&D) in the conducting of all monitoring activities and other related tasks.
- Use technology to prepare reports of findings and interactions with the AAAs, providers and individuals.
- Provide follow-up to the AAAs in completion of Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) to assure compliance.
- Review program operations and make recommendations for improvement.
- Consult with supervisory staff as needed.
- Comment on program and policy statements.
- Participate in the design and development of educational materials
- Represent the department on committees, workgroups, and taskforces as requested.
- Fulfill public speaking assignments. Able to communicate PDA objectives, goals and policies through written and oral presentations to various entities including AAAs, state agencies and others as assigned.
- Have ability to work well and cooperate with county and state staff and external partners
- Maintain excellent interpersonal skills and professional manner at all times.
- Able to communicate and present information in oral and written format. Public speaking skills are essential. Ability to communicate effectively with others in all levels of groups and individual contacts.
- Provide technical assistance regarding quality assurance activities.
- Interpret Aging policies and procedures as needed/requested
- Complete special projects, as assigned by supervisor or senior staff
- Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Work independently within broad parameters and minimal supervision
- Work within a team to achieve common goals/objectives
- Recognize and seek supervisory input/guidance when needed
- Organize and plan work to meet deadlines
- Be responsive to assignments and have ability to adjust to changing priorities
- Develop comprehensive reports
- Analyze written material, data and cases for acceptable clinical practice
- Interpret laws, regulations and policy directives
- Travel frequently and extensively (and occasionally overnight) to areas that may or may not be accessible by public transportation
- Must be available on site and remotely for meetings and activity participation
- Prepare and make formal presentations
- Have a working knowledge of computers
- Use Microsoft Office Suite and other program-specific data collection systems
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Home, PA |
| Industry | Computer/IT Services |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Year Founded | 1997 |
| Website | https://www.tscti.com/careers-0 |
About Company
22nd Century Technologies, Inc., is one of the fastest growing IT Service Integrator and Workforce Solution companies in the United States. Founded in 1997, 22nd Century Technologies is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise with 6,000+ people including 600+ Cyber SMEs nationwide supporting our customers in all 50 states, Canada, and Mexico. With HQs in Somerset, NJ and Mclean, VA, 22nd Century has 14 offices throughout the United States. As part of our unrelenting focus on quality and compliance, 22nd Century Technologies’ delivery is based on Certified Matured Processes including CMMI L3 Dev & SVC, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, and ISO 9001 quality processes. With a strong focus on the public sector, 22nd Century currently holds government contracts with 14 out of 15 Federal Executive agencies including DoD, 37 other Federal agencies, 50 States, 115+ Local agencies, and 37 School Districts. In the last three years, we have expanded our services to Fortune 500 and other commercial clients and currently support 80+ commercial clients.
Recognized among “Best Company to Work For” by Forbes, 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., consistently exceeds our clients’ expectations by focusing on their absolute satisfaction with jobs while keeping our employees motivated.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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