Dauphin County Human Services Director – Harrisburg, PA

Dauphin County Human Services Director’s Office

County Social Safety Net Administration

The Dauphin County Human Services Director’s Office, headquartered in the Administration Building on South 2nd Street, serves as the administrative hub for the county’s vast network of social support programs. This office provides executive oversight and fiscal management for critical departments including Mental Health/Intellectual Disabilities (MH/ID), Children and Youth Services, the Area Agency on Aging, and Drug and Alcohol Services. The Director works to ensure that vulnerable populations in Harrisburg and the surrounding county receive necessary care through efficient allocation of state and local funding.

• Program Oversight: Coordinating the operations of distinct human service departments to prevent gaps in care.
• Block Grant Management: Administering the Human Services Block Grant to address local needs flexibly.
• Crisis Intervention Admin: Overseeing the contracts and infrastructure for county-wide crisis response systems.
• Homelessness Prevention: Collaborating with local shelters and non-profits to manage housing assistance strategies.

Administrative Functions

While this specific office focuses on high-level administration and policy rather than direct clinical treatment, it is the point of contact for inquiries regarding county-wide initiatives, advisory board meetings, and provider contracts. The Human Services Director ensures compliance with state regulations and spearheads community outreach programs designed to improve the quality of life for Dauphin County residents. 🤝 🏢 🩹

Location

The office is located on the 5th floor of the Dauphin County Administration Building. Visitors typically need an appointment for administrative meetings. For immediate assistance with social services (such as reporting abuse or seeking mental health help), residents should contact the specific casework departments or crisis hotlines directly rather than the Director’s administrative suite.