Department of Human Services (DHS)

Our vision is that all Pennsylvanians live safe, healthy, and independent lives, free of discrimination and inequity.

Overview

Our mission is to assist Pennsylvanians in leading safe, healthy, and productive lives through equitable, trauma-informed, and outcome-focused services while being an accountable steward of commonwealth resources.

Information for Providers

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DHS Resources

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Psychiatric Aide

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

DHS Offices

Our offices offer essential services and benefits catering to the diverse needs of Pennsylvanians and are dedicated to helping individuals and families thrive.

Known Scams

View our list of known potential threats, scams, and frauds aimed at benefit recipients.

Section 1115 Post-Award Forum

Post-Award Forum for the Section 1115 Demonstration: Medicaid Coverage for Former Foster Care Youth (FFCY) from a Different State and Substance Use Disorders (SUD)

Keystones of Health 1115

DHS seeks to use PA's Medicaid program to offer targeted supports and services to help people live healthier lives.

Home Heating Help

LIHEAP helps families living on low incomes pay their heating bills in the form of a cash grant.