County Mental Health Program Specialist 1 (Local Government)
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Phila, PA, United States
Are you passionate about working in an environment that serves to help others? Columbia, Montour, Snyder and Union Counties (CMSU), Behavioral Health and Developmental Services is seeking a Mental Health Program Specialist 1 to oversee the daily operation of CMSU’s Peer Support Services. We offer a generous benefits package and a Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program for eligible employees. Join us in our mission to partner across the community to support the residents of CMSU counties in achieving independence and personal development to enhance their quality of life.
Leading the Peer Support Program includes oversight of the Peer-to-Peer Program, The Path Home (Peer Run Crisis Residential), and the Market Street Hub (Drop-in Center). The Mental Health Program Specialist 1 reports to the County Administrator and Deputy Administrator, is responsible for day‑to‑day peer services, maintains regulatory standards, supervises program staff, enforces agency policy, and provides program improvement recommendations to administrators.
Work Schedule and Additional Information
Full‑time employment
Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 60‑minute lunch.
Telework: Position does not offer telework.
Salary:
Starting salary may be non‑negotiable in some cases.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Two years of professional level experience in mental health and a bachelor’s degree.
Or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements
You must meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Veterans
Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans for many state and local government jobs. Veterans may be given preferential consideration for appointment.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)
TRS: 711 for 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 with the interviewer in advance of the 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.
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Leading the Peer Support Program includes oversight of the Peer-to-Peer Program, The Path Home (Peer Run Crisis Residential), and the Market Street Hub (Drop-in Center). The Mental Health Program Specialist 1 reports to the County Administrator and Deputy Administrator, is responsible for day‑to‑day peer services, maintains regulatory standards, supervises program staff, enforces agency policy, and provides program improvement recommendations to administrators.
Work Schedule and Additional Information
Full‑time employment
Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 60‑minute lunch.
Telework: Position does not offer telework.
Salary:
Starting salary may be non‑negotiable in some cases.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Two years of professional level experience in mental health and a bachelor’s degree.
Or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements
You must meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Veterans
Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans for many state and local government jobs. Veterans may be given preferential consideration for appointment.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)
TRS: 711 for 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 with the interviewer in advance of the 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.
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