Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, PA
Dauphin County or Harrisburg
Treatment Section Chief (Drug and Alcohol Program Supervisor)
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- Location
- Dauphin County or Harrisburg
- Work type
- Hybrid
- Compensation
- $69,086 - $104,959/yr
- Posted
- 3 days ago
- Apply on
- governmentjobs.com
About this role
About the Department
Would you like to make a difference in the lives of individuals and families who are impacted by a substance use disorder? If so, complete and submit your application for the position of Treatment Section Chief (Drug and Alcohol Program Supervisor) within the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP's) Bureau of County Program Oversight. As a Treatment Section Chief, you will support DDAP's mission by planning and implementing strategies to enhance the provision of drug and alcohol case management and treatment services. This role offers meaningful challenges and opportunities to lead positive change.
Position Duties
This role oversees complex projects and guides strategic efforts within the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs. It involves leadership, collaboration, and planning across multiple teams and stakeholders. As a Treatment Section Chief, you will perform the following duties:
- Project Leadership: Guide planning, development, and implementation of multiple high-level initiatives
- Team Supervision: Direct the work of Drug and Alcohol Program Analysts who manage key services and systems
- Grant Oversight: Ensure compliance with grant requirements and monitor activities across funded programs
- Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with Single County Authorities and internal and external partners
- Policy Analysis: Evaluate policies, procedures, and regulations to support program priorities
- Committee Support: Represent the department on committees and coordinate their operations
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 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, two days a week in the office and for special events. 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. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
- 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.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- One year as a Drug and Alcohol Program Analyst; or
- Three years of professional experience in social service and human development programs including two years of program planning, developing, and monitoring experience one of which must be in the drug and alcohol field; 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 Guidelines.
- 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.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
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.
Other Qualifications
- 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.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
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We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
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Supplemental Questions
01
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Drug and Alcohol Program Analyst for one or more years full-time?
- Yes
- No
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
03
How much full-time professional experience do you possess in social service or human development programs?
- 3 years or more
- 2 to less than 3 years
- Less than 2 years
- None
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
05
Do you possess two or more years of full-time professional program planning, developing, and monitoring experience in a social service or human development program?
- Yes
- No
06
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
07
Do you possess one or more years of full-time professional program planning, developing, and monitoring experience in social service or human development programs in the drug and alcohol field?
- Yes
- No
08
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
09
How much graduate coursework have you completed in the behavioral sciences or public health?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting https://www.naces.org and clicking the Evaluation Services link.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting https://www.naces.org and clicking the Evaluation Services link.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
- 60 credits or more
- 30 but less than 60 credits
- Less than 30 credits
- None
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CS-INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page.
- Yes
11
WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – SUPERVISION
Performs the full range of supervisory duties including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, training subordinates or arranging for the training of subordinates, evaluating work performance, providing discipline, and monitoring and approving leave.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
Performs the full range of supervisory duties including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, training subordinates or arranging for the training of subordinates, evaluating work performance, providing discipline, and monitoring and approving leave.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
- I have experience performing the full range of supervisory duties including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, training subordinates or arranging for the training of subordinates, evaluating work performance, providing discipline, and monitoring and approving leave.
- I have experience as a LEAD WORKER to other staff on specific projects or assignments, including providing guidance in performing work.
- I have successfully completed college-level coursework /training related to supervisory development, labor relations, or human resource management, but I do not have at least six months of supervisory or lead work experience in a work setting.
- I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
12
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
- The duties you performed as a supervisor or lead worker
- Your level of responsibility
13
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework/training, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
- College/University/Training Course
- Course Title
- Credits/Clock Hours
14
WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – COMPLIANCE
Completes site visits and documentation reviews at county drug and alcohol offices and providers to ensure clients are receiving resources for substance use disorders and other related needs and the requirements of the Case Management and Clinical Services Manual are being adhered to by Single County Authorities and providers.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
Completes site visits and documentation reviews at county drug and alcohol offices and providers to ensure clients are receiving resources for substance use disorders and other related needs and the requirements of the Case Management and Clinical Services Manual are being adhered to by Single County Authorities and providers.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
- I have experience completing site visits and documentation reviews at drug and alcohol offices and providers to ensure clients are receiving resources for substance use disorders and requirements are being adhered to.
- I have experience completing documentation reviews at the drug and alcohol facility where I work to ensure compliance.
- I have experience completing site visits and documentation reviews at facilities OTHER THAN those related to drug and alcohol to ensure compliance.
- I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to auditing or quality assurance.
- I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
15
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
- The duties you performed related to completing site visits or preparing for site visits
- The duties you performed related to completing documentation reviews
- The location of the site visit and/or documentation review
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
- College/University
- Course Title
- Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – DATA ANALYSIS
Analyzes data related to substance use disorder services to identify trends. Makes recommendations for improvements to treatment services, access to treatment, and case management initiatives based on findings.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
Analyzes data related to substance use disorder services to identify trends. Makes recommendations for improvements to treatment services, access to treatment, and case management initiatives based on findings.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
- I have experience analyzing data related to substance use disorder services to identify trends AND making recommendations for improvements.
- I have experience analyzing data related to substance use disorder services to identify trends.
- I have experience analyzing data OTHER THAN substance use disorder services data to identify trends.
- I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to statistics or data analysis.
- I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
18
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
- The duties you performed related to analyzing data to identify trends
- The topic of the data
- Examples of the type of recommendations you made for improvements
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
- College/University
- Course Title
- Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – POLICY DEVELOPMENT
Develops new policies related to substance use case management services. Analyzes and interprets existing policies and procedures for staff, Single County authorities, and providers and makes changes based on revisions or updates.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
Develops new policies related to substance use case management services. Analyzes and interprets existing policies and procedures for staff, Single County authorities, and providers and makes changes based on revisions or updates.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
- I have experience developing NEW policies related to substance use case management services.
- I have experience analyzing and interpreting EXISTING policies related to substance use case management services and making changes based on revisions or updates.
- I have experience developing new policies OR analyzing and interpreting existing polices OTHER THAN those related to substance use case management services to make changes.
- I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to policy development or policy analysis.
- I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
21
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
- The duties you performed related to developing new policies or updating existing policies
- The topics of the policies you developed or updated
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
- College/University
- Course Title
- Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 5 – TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Provides technical assistance to county drug and alcohol agencies on implementation of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) placement criteria and the treatment data system.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
Provides technical assistance to county drug and alcohol agencies on implementation of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) placement criteria and the treatment data system.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
- I have experience providing technical assistance to others on American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) placement criteria AND the treatment data system.
- I have experience providing technical assistance to others on American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) placement criteria.
- I have experience providing technical assistance to others on topics other than ASAM placement criteria and the treatment data system.
- I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public relations or communications.
- I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
- The duties you performed related to providing technical assistance
- The topic(s) of the technical assistance you provided
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
- College/University
- Course Title
- Credits/Clock Hours
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Agency Information
EmployerCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress 613 North StreetHarrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov
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