COORDINATOR SPECIAL PROGRAMS HEALTH SERVICES I (Full-Time Contractual)

Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits subsidy

Leave benefits

Disability accommodations available

Job summary

The Caroline County Health Department in Denton, MD is seeking a full-time contract Program Coordinator to build and maintain partnerships with community- and faith-based groups, housing providers and other agencies.

You will schedule meetings, coordinate outreach events, and disseminate information on chronic disease prevention and rural nutrition resources while ensuring timely reporting and grant data management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one year of administrative or professional work in a healthcare setting.
• Notes: substitutions allowed for college credits or military health service experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with community and partner organizations.
• Coordinate meetings and outreach events for chronic disease prevention and rural nutrition resources.
• Manage program communications and grant data reporting as needed.

Skills

Administrative experience

Healthcare environment experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

GRADE

STD0013

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH - Caroline County Health Department
403 S 7th Street
Denton, MD 21629

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this full-time contractual position is to develop and maintain a cooperative relationship with a variety of public and private organizations and agencies including Community-based organizations, faith based organizations, low-income housing complexes, etc. Coordination with these organizations and agencies will include scheduling/attending regular meetings and outreach events centered on providing information on chronic disease prevention and management and rural nutrition resources. Contact to ensure the dissemination of information to the most vulnerable of populations within Caroline County. This position will be responsible for program communication as well as reporting requirements and grant data as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• Experience: One year of administrative staff or professional work in a health care setting.
• Notes:
  • 1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
  • 2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Health Care Administration classifications or Civil Affairs Specialist specialty codes in the health related field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

Desired or Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in chronic disease and tobacco prevention
• Experience coordinating with local partners on community outreach
• Experience monitoring the progress of and submitting grant reports

Selection Process

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

Benefits

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits. Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

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People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.