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We're hiring 𝗣𝘀𝘆𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗶𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗧𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 to provide essential care and support to individuals with mental health conditions
Open through 3/27/2025-
ICYMI: Department of Human Services Secretary Highlights Shapiro Administration’s Progress Reducing ID/A Waitlist, Continued Investments in Services, Workforce
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ICYMI: Child Care Providers, Legislators Applaud Governor Shapiro’s 2025-26 Budget Proposal to Address Child Care Worker Shortages
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Gov Shapiro Highlights Proposal to Expand Pennsylvania’s Childcare Workforce
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As SNAP Fraud Spikes Nationwide, DHS Announces Proactive Efforts to Protect Pennsylvanians, Remind Recipients to Secure EBT Cards
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Shapiro Administration Invests Millions in New Behavioral Health Crisis Center in Harrisburg as Part of Bipartisan Work to Secure Funding for Life-Saving Behavioral Health Programs
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Department of Human Services Highlights Research, Resources on Trauma-Informed Training to Improve Community Safety for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities, Autism
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Shapiro Administration Completes Rollout of Electronic Health Records in State Hospitals, Paving Way for Improvements in Patient Care
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Shapiro Administration Highlights Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder Supports and Other Resources Available to Help Pennsylvanians Through the Holiday Season
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Shapiro Administration Celebrates 35th Annual Holiday Wish Program, Provides Gifts, Resources, and Holiday Cheer to Hundreds of Pennsylvanians
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In Cumberland County, Shapiro Administration Hosts Roundtable on Improving Maternal Health