About the position The Human Services Program Executive 2 with the Department of Human Services leads major behavioral health policy and grant work supporting statewide programs and partnerships. The role guides policies and programs that support individuals and communities and contributes to long-term improvements in mental health and substance use systems. Duties include guiding behavioral health Medicaid and grant programs, shaping policy and program standards, supervising staff, coordinating with state and federal partners, and overseeing program operations. This is a full-time position with work hours of 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. Part-time telework may be available for up to three days per week from an approved location within Pennsylvania, subject to change. Employees unable to telework may report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.

Responsibilities

• Guide the development, evaluation, and improvement of behavioral health Medicaid and grant programs.
• Review data, regulations, and proposals to shape policies and program standards.
• Manage staff work, provide feedback, and support employee development.
• Work with partners across state and federal agencies to align program goals.
• Monitor program activities, review reports, and recommend needed changes.

Requirements

• One year of experience as a Human Services Program Executive 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Five years of professional experience in the development, implementation, or evaluation of a human services program or program operations, including three years of consultative or supervisory experience; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes three years of professional consultative or supervisory experience in the development, implementation, or evaluation of a human services program or program operations.
• Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.

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