Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 24, June 15, 2024
Section 253.21 - Bureau of Program ServicesThe Bureau of Program Services shall provide the following services:
(1) Be responsible for the identification of unique population groups requiring specialized program information.(2) Plan and coordinate the activities for these special population groups through various Council functions, programs, technical assistance, and the like.(3) Develop and operate occupational alcoholism and drug programs for business industries and conduct training programs in the fields of prevention and treatment for service delivery personnel.(4) Provide training programs for persons currently employed in community treatment programs.(5) Coordinate and implement training and prevention efforts in the field of drug and alcohol abuse with other Commonwealth agencies.(6) Coordinate the Alcohol Highway Safety Program in association with the Governor's Traffic Safety Council and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation in an effort to establish a system of Driving Under The Influence programs on a statewide basis.(7) Recommend the adoption of new and innovative training and prevention strategies for use by Single County Authorities and program providers.(8) Provide a toll-free answering service for treatment and prevention referral; such as guidance of funding and treatment approaches.(9) Provide the citizens of this Commonwealth with current and factual information on drug and alcohol abuse.(10) Develop and implement basic alcohol and drug education programs, institutes, workshops, and seminars for community professionals and laymen, prospective counselors, Council members, Council staff and special population groups.