Job Description

Do you possess dynamic leadership skills and have a passion for serving Pennsylvania's older adult population? The Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA) is eager to welcome an Aging Services Supervisor to our team to assist with ensuring eligible individuals receive the services and supports they need. Join us in our mission to promote independence, purpose, and well-being in the lives of older adults across the Commonwealth. Our vision is a Pennsylvania where older adults are embraced and empowered to live and age with dignity and respect. We look forward to hearing from you! As an Aging Services Supervisor, you will function as the Chief of the Housing and Community Services Division. This professional oversees and coordinates all housing and community service programs for older Pennsylvanians including domiciliary care, innovative housing programs, supportive senior housing options, care management, and the OPTIONS Program of home and community-based services. You will be responsible for managing a variety of activities, including but not limited to, planning and administering housing and community service programs, developing policies and program directives, program analysis and evaluation, financial and budgetary management, and utilizing data to assess the policy impact on housing and community services. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with other bureaus, departments, service providers, and stakeholder groups to develop program directives, guidelines, and handbooks for programs managed by the bureau. Make a positive impact by serving as an advocate for affordable, accessible, and safe senior housing. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description . 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: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time; however, management may discontinue the telework arrangement at any time, for any reason. You will be required to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg when needed. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. 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. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as an Aging Services Specialist; or Three 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; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link 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 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 ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov . 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. 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

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