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Dr. Richard Edley is the lead executive for RCPA and is responsible for all aspects of operations and direction for the association. His professional career began in 1988 and most recently he was president and CEO of PerformCare/Community Behavioral HealthCare Network of Pennsylvania, Inc., a national, full-service, behavioral health managed care organization.

State Associations Secure $250K Grant to Advance Equity in Telehealth Care

Mar 29, 2021

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The Rehabilitation and Community Providers Association (RCPA) and the Pennsylvania Association of Community Health Centers (PACHC) have secured a $250,000 grant as part of a national initiative to cultivate health policy and a care system that is more equitable and better meets the needs of individuals and families. The collaboration will focus on increasing access to care and developing a comprehensive policy framework and health care plan for consumers with the use of telehealth.

The two-year grant to RCPA and PACHC is among six spanning eight states. It was awarded by the Delta Center for a Thriving Safety Net, which brings together primary care associations and behavioral health state associations to advance policy and practice change. The Delta Center project is supported by the National Council for Behavioral Health, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and the National Association of Community Health Centers. Read the full press release here.

Gov. Wolf To Nominate Meg Snead To Serve As Secretary Of Human Services

Mar 23, 2021

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Typewriter Announcement Photo — Photo by Markus Winkler from Pexels

Governor Wolf announced his intention yesterday to nominate Meg Snead to be the next Secretary of the Department of Human Services (DHS). RCPA President/CEO Richard Edley remarked, “With Ms. Snead’s broad, extensive background in the human services community, we are confident that positive change will continue, in our mutual goals towards serving the most vulnerable residents of our Commonwealth. RCPA has worked with Ms. Snead in the past on several key issues and we look forward to continuing this collaboration with her in this new role as Secretary.” View the official press release.

Human Services Secretary Teresa Miller to Depart Wolf Administration April 30

Mar 23, 2021

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Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Teresa Miller has announced that she is vacating her position at the end of April, to pursue an opportunity out of state. Governor Wolf has also made public his plan to nominate Meg Snead, Secretary of Policy and Planning, to assume these responsibilities. RCPA President/CEO Richard Edley notes, “RCPA is extremely grateful to Secretary Miller for all of her hard work on behalf of the human service providers and those individuals they serve in the Commonwealth. She will be missed, and we wish her the best in her new endeavor.” View the official press release here.

RCPA Member Update Featuring Current PPP & FMAP Information 03-29-21

Mar 15, 2021

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RCPA members are invited to join the RCPA Member Update Webinar on Monday, March 29, 2021 at 1:00 pm. This webinar will also feature a discussion on the current PPP & FMAP information presented by Peggy Jo Revay, CPA, Senior Manager, Maher Duessel. Please register here.

Ms. Revay began her public accounting career in 1998 with Maher Duessel after spending eight years in the social services field. She has directed engagements of a wide range of governmental and nonprofit entities, including various human service providers. She has comprehensive experience with Single Audits, and also directs multiple employee benefit plan audit engagements.

If you have questions you would like to submit in advance, please send them to Tina Miletic. We look forward to your participation.

RCPA Free Training: Bureau of Labor Law Compliance – Know the Law

Mar 3, 2021

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The RCPA Human Resources Committee has arranged a free training: Bureau of Labor Law Compliance – Know the Law on Wednesday, March 24 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. Please register here.

This training is offered by the Bureau of Labor Law Compliance. Presenters Randy Liddle, Administrative Officer and Bryan Smolock, Director will review the Bureau of Labor Law Compliance’s history and functions, current rules and regulations, and recent changes being made to the minimum wage act that directly affect businesses and workers.

This training has been submitted for HRCI continuing education. If you would like to submit questions in advance, please send them by March 17 to Tina Miletic. We look forward to your participation.