COORDINATOR SPECIAL PROGRAMS HEALTH SERVICES II, Health Services

State of Maryland; Maryland; Sur place; USD 42 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Maryland Department of Health in Frederick County is seeking a coordinator to support HIV outreach, navigation and early intervention activities. Under general supervision, you will help implement outreach that supports HIV testing, linkage to care, re-engagement in care, and access to prevention services for at-risk populations in Frederick County.

The role involves coordinating community outreach, maintaining partner relations, performing needs assessments, and recommending improvements to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of professional experience coordinating a health-related program or referring people to resources.
• Substitution options include 30 college credits or military health-related service with appropriate experience.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate HIV outreach, navigation, and early intervention activities for the local HIV program.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with designated community partners and conduct needs assessments.
• Provide recommendations to improve outreach effectiveness and service coordination.
• Assist program leadership to ensure activities align with procedures and grant requirements.

Connaissances

Organization & planning

Public speaking

Bilingual English/Spanish

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH - Frederick County Health Department

GRADE

STD0014

Main Purpose of Job

This position will coordinate assigned HIV outreach, navigation, and early intervention activities for the Local Health Department HIV Program, including Ryan White HIV/AIDS (Part B) and CDC funded HIV prevention services. This position works under general supervision to implement outreach activities that support HIV testing, linkage to care, re-engagement in care, and access to prevention services for populations at risk for or living with HIV in Frederick County.

This position supports program operations by coordinating community outreach activities, maintaining collaborative relationships with designated community partners, conducting basic needs assessments and service gap reviews, and providing recommendations to improve outreach effectiveness and service coordination. This position also assists program leadership in ensuring assigned activities are implemented in accordance with established procedures and grant requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: One year of professional experience in assisting in the coordination of a health-related program(s) or referring people to governmental and private resources.

Notes

• Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
• 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 organization and planning.
• Experience working with underserved or uninsured community populations.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Comfortable with public speaking.

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.

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