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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Human Services Analyst in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4518069 THE POSITION Are you looking for a rewarding job making a difference in the lives of children? The Office of Children, Youth, and Families is seeking a Human Services Analyst to plan, review, analyze, and coordinate information, programs, and services related to children and youth in foster care. The focus of this role will be to improve permanency outcomes and ensure older youth receive the skills necessary to transition to adulthood.
As a member of our team, you will be a part of a diverse network that supports and strengthens families in Pennsylvania to provide safe, nurturing, and healthy environments for children. Do not miss out on this chance to make a difference - apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position is assigned to the Statewide Adoption and Permanency Network (SWAN) and Independent Living (IL) Unit in the Bureau of Policy, Programs, and Operations (BPPO). You will assist the supervisor with program and administrative duties of the SWAN and IL programs, in addition to permanency and older youth initiatives across OCYF. The purpose of this work is to support county children and youth agencies, as well as private agencies with options and services needed to assist in improved service delivery statewide. This involves all levels of work including the planning, review, analysis, and coordination of information from multiple sources to improve permanency outcomes for children and youth in foster care. Public speaking, technical writing, analytical, and leadership skills are all essential to this position.
In this role, you will play an integral part in our mission to support the provision of quality services and best practices designed to ensure safety, permanency, and well-being of Pennsylvania's children, youth, and families.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch (Negotiable). Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time, reporting to the office one (1) day per month. 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. Travel to state and federal meetings is necessary. 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. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year of professional experience developing, implementing, or evaluating human services, social services, health care services, or health care insurance programs; and a bachelor's degree; or An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes one year of professional experience developing, implementing, or evaluating human services, social services, health care services, or health care insurance programs.
Other Requirements: You must meet thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the linkand 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 f 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 www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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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.
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.
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.