Families Program Specialist - C&Y

Wayne County Children, Youth, and Families Program Specialist 1

Do you want to be part of a supportive team that makes a difference in the lives of children and families? Do you consider yourself patient, organized, dependable, and able to communicate effectively with individuals of all ages? If so, Wayne County located in Honesdale, PA Human Services, Children & Youth Services Agency, may have the opportunity for you. This rewarding position offers meaningful public service work along with an excellent benefits package.

Become part of a team that is dedicated to strong support for families.

This position plays a key role in improving program quality, staff support, and agency operations. As a Wayne County Children, Youth, and Families Program Specialist 1, you will perform the following duties:

The Departments under the Wayne County Human Services Department of Wayne County Government are Civil Service covered positions through the Pennsylvania State Civil Service Commission. Please note these are County positions and carry county salaries and benefits package.

The County of Wayne is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.

Visit Pennsylvania Bureau of Talent Acquisitions to apply.

For more information call Michelle Valinski at  or email.

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

-Two years of professional level experience in the field of children, youth and families; and a bachelor's degree; or
-Any 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.

-You must pass a background investigation.

-A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.

-This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

-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:
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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.

-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…