Caregiver Program Specialist - Non-Merit

Baltimore County, MD; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Baltimore County Department of Aging seeks a Caregiver Program Specialist to provide consultations to family caregivers and older adults, lead support groups, and participate in outreach events in the community.

The role supports the Caregivers Program within the Community Services division and may involve occasional weekend or evening work as part of outreach and events.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college with an AA degree as listed or equivalent.
• At least one year of experience in consultations or public service in human services or community programs.
• Experience with caregivers, older adults, or related services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide telephone consultations and complete intakes.
• Perform assessments, provide information and referrals in person or by phone.
• Prepare letters based on consultations and upload to WellSky.
• Lead or co-lead caregiver resource sessions and monthly support groups.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Windows 10/11 proficiency

MS Word

Excel

Email and internet search

Public speaking

Education

AA degree in Communications Studies / Social Science / Gerontology / Behavioral Science / Human Services or related field

Tools

WellSky

Webex

Zoom

Teams

Job description

Regular Schedule: 28 hours per week.

This position is supported by grant funding and will remain active as long as funds are available.

A vacancy exists in the Community Services, Caregivers Program, Department of Aging.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

The Baltimore County Department of Aging Caregivers Program supports and educates family caregivers of older adults and older adults with primary care of children under 18 and those 18—59 with disabilities. This position will primarily provide consultations to caregivers but also lead support groups and be a part of outreach in the community with table support.

Examples of Duties

• Provides telephone consultation and completes intakes


• Provides assessment, information and referral in person and by telephone


• Writes letters based on the consultation, sends to caregiver and uploads them to Wellsky


• Helps with application for stipend process


• Co-facilitates Caregiver Resource Sessions virtually and in person


• Leads or co-leads monthly support group for caregivers


• Participates in special projects and new initiatives


• Records monthly client and outreach statistics


• Assists with the implementation of caregiver conferences and Expo


• Prepares and vends table at outreach events

Experience, Knowledge

• Experience in interpreting and disseminating resource information.


• Knowledge of resources for older adults and/or individuals with disabilities.


• Experience working directly with the older adults and/or persons with disabilities.


• Knowledge of caregiving whether personal or professional.


• Experience delivering presentations, in-person and on virtual platforms.

Skill, Knowledge and Abilities

• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Windows 10/11, MS Word, Excel


• Database management


• Experience with meeting platforms; Webex, Zoom or Teams


• Email and Internet-search proficiency


• Laptop: knowledge of set up, trouble shooting and usage of equipment


• Communication skills: polite customer service over the phone and in person


• Writing Skills: creating business letters, writing brief articles, documenting client contact


• Effective time management and organizational skills


• Knowledge of available resources for older adults and caregiving families


• Ability to provide presentations on a virtual platform


• Effective presentation skills to large groups


• Ability to work an occasional Saturday and some evenings

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for this position.)

Required Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate in arts (AA) degree in Communications Studies, Social Science, Gerontology, Behavioral Science, Human Services or related field.

plus

at least one year of experience providing consultations or working directly with the public in human services or community program setting.

Relevant experience working with caregivers, older adults, or community service programs may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to two years of the required education.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. www.WES.org.

Mail or deliver documents to

ATTN: Community Services- Caregiver Program Specialist

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

This position is essentially sedentary with occasional walking, lifting, carrying materials or other restricted physical activities. The position requires traveling between work sites.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination and drug screen and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to, a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.