COORDINATOR SPECIAL PROGRAMS HEALTH SERVICES II, HS

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Maryland is seeking a Community Health Worker to assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating chronic disease prevention and health promotion initiatives in Harford County. You will educate residents, connect them to evidence-based programs, and help build partnerships that improve health outcomes.

Under the Health Policy Analyst II and Program Coordinator, you will support lifestyle change initiatives and coordinate resources to enhance community health and access to services

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of professional experience coordinating health-related programs or referring people to resources.
• Substitutions: 30 college credits or military health care experience may replace required experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, coordinate, and evaluate community-based chronic disease prevention and health promotion initiatives funded by MDH grants.
• Connect residents to evidence-based programs and community resources.
• Build partnerships to improve health outcomes and quality of life for Harford County residents.

Skills

Health education

Community outreach

Program coordination

Resource referrals

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Job description

GRADE

STD0014

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Harford County Health Department, Bel Air, MD

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to assist in the planning,
implementation, coordination, and evaluation of community-based chronic disease prevention and
health promotion initiatives funded through the Maryland Department of Health's F513N and F573N
grants. Under the direction of the Health Policy Analyst II and Program Coordinator, this position
serves as a Community Health Worker by providing health education, connecting residents to
evidence-based programs and community resources, supporting lifestyle change initiatives, and
building partnerships that improve health outcomes and quality of life for Harford County
residents.

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:
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.

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

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

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.

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