COORDINATOR SPECIAL PROGRAMS HEALTH SERVICES II, Health Services FULL-TIME CONTRACTUAL

State of Maryland; Maryland; Sur place; USD 40 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health benefits subsidy

Dental and life insurance options

Leave accrual

Résumé du poste

The State of Maryland, Frederick County Health Department, Community Health Services Division, seeks a full-time contractual outreach specialist to enroll priority populations into the Health Hearts Ambassador program and educate the community about high blood pressure.

The role will conduct Social Determinants of Health screenings, connect residents with resources, and lead group sessions or mini visits per procedures, delivering health education on chronic diseases.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of professional experience coordinating a health-related program or referring people to governmental and private resources.
• Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
• U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Health Care Administration classifications or Civil Affairs Specialist specialty codes in health-related field may count year-for-year.

Responsabilités

• Engage in community outreach to enroll priority populations into Health Hearts Ambassador program and educate about high blood pressure.
• Conduct Social Determinants of Health screenings with HHA clients and provide community resources.
• Lead groups or deliver one-time educational mini-visits following program procedures.
• Deliver health education presentations to the community focusing on chronic diseases, prevention, and community resources.
• Cover evening and weekend outreach events for program recruitment.

Connaissances

Group facilitation

Bilingual English/Spanish

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

• * * THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT FREDERICK COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT COMMUNITY HEALTH DIVISION EMPLOYEES ONLY. * * * GRADE STD0014 LOCATION OF POSITION Frederick County Health Department Community Health Services Division

350 Montevue Lane

Frederick, MD 21702

Introduction

• * * THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT FREDERICK COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT COMMUNITY HEALTH DIVISION EMPLOYEES ONLY. * * * GRADE STD0014 LOCATION OF POSITION Frederick County Health Department Community Health Services Division

Main Purpose of Job

This full-time contractual position will engage in community outreach to enroll priority populations into the Health Hearts Ambassador program and educate the community about high blood pressure; conduct Social Determinants of Health screenings with HHA clients; provide community resources to address needs, and follow-up on referral outcomes; facilitate delivery of the HHA program by leading groups and/or conducting one-time educational mini visits in accordance with program procedures; and deliver health education presentations to the community with a focus on chronic diseases, prevention, and community resources. This position will cover evening and weekend outreach events for program recruitment.

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

The desired candidate should possess the following:

• Bilingual in both English and Spanish
• Experience with Chronic Disease case management activities
• Group facilitation skills

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

• * * THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT FREDERICK COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT COMMUNITY HEALTH DIVISION EMPLOYEES ONLY. * * * 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.

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.