Mental Health Program Specialist I — Community Impact Leader

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Allentown, PA is seeking a County Mental Health Program Specialist 1 to lead and coordinate mental health initiatives across Lehigh County Mental Health. This role supervises CHIPP and case management staff, partners with service providers, and drives quality outcomes.

The position requires at least two years in mental health and a bachelor's degree, with PA residency preferred. Telework is not offered; standard civil service hours apply.

Qualifications

• Two years of professional level experience in mental health; and a bachelor's degree; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Program Oversight: Monitor county funded mental health programs, review reports, and evaluate service outcomes to support continuous improvement
• Staff Supervision: Lead case management and CHIPP staff through regular supervision guidance training and performance reviews
• Provider Coordination: Collaborate with service providers, treatment teams, and community partners to address program and individual needs
• Case Planning: Facilitate support planning meetings and assist with complex cases transitions and community reintegration efforts
• Quality Monitoring: Track incidents, analyze operational data, and ensure services follow established requirements and procedures
• Community Engagement: Participate in outreach activities, planning meetings, and interagency partnerships that strengthen mental health services

Skills

Mental health

Leadership

Program oversight

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Allentown, PA is seeking a County Mental Health Program Specialist 1 to lead and coordinate mental health initiatives across Lehigh County Mental Health. This role supervises CHIPP and case management staff, partners with service providers, and drives quality outcomes.

The position requires at least two years in mental health and a bachelor's degree, with PA residency preferred. Telework is not offered; standard civil service hours apply.