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Reference #: 4349908 THE POSITION Are you looking for a rewarding career opportunity which supports an organization that protects the public's health? The Department of Health (DOH) is seeking a Public Health Program Associate 2 to assist in the implementation and administration of the Office of Drug Surveillance and Misuse Prevention's overdose prevention, education, and outreach activities. This position supports the goal to improve the health of Pennsylvanians by promoting the appropriate use of controlled substances, such as opioids, and ensuring that they are always prescribed and dispensed safely and responsibly in the commonwealth.

Join the DOH and support their vital mission to promote healthy behaviors, prevent injury and disease, and to assure the safe delivery of quality health care for all people in Pennsylvania.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Public Health Program Associate 2, you will administer the Office of Drug Surveillance and Misuse Prevention's Patient Advocacy Program. You will have the opportunity to coordinate healthcare resources for patients who abruptly lose their prescribing provider for reasons such as provider license suspensions and revocations, provider arrests, practice closures, or unwillingness to prescribe. In this role, you will plan, develop, coordinate, and implement program policies and procedures to ensure the Patient Advocacy Program goals and objectives are met, as well as participate in revising guidelines, rules, regulations, procedures, and protocols governing the operation of the program.

Other core objectives of the position include identifying and collaborating with key stakeholders for Patient Advocacy Program implementation; communicating with key stakeholders regarding provider license suspensions and revocations, provider arrests, practice closures, or other matters appropriate to the Patient Advocacy Program; and coordinating with the Department of Health's Office of Communications to provide local media outlets with patient resources for the public when notified of any provider license suspensions or revocations, provider arrests, practice closures, or other matters appropriate to the Patient Advocacy Program.

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Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. Current in-office schedule is two days per week (Tuesdays and Wednesdays) but is subject to change. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. 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.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as a Public Health Program Associate 1 (commonwealth title); or A bachelor's degree and one year of professional experience in the development, analysis, or monitoring of programs, grants, or contracts in health, human services, social or behavioral services, health care services, or health insurance; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Other Requirements: is currently waived for this title. 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 claim ng 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 . 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.

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.