COORDINATOR SPECIAL PROGRAMS HEALTH SERVICES II, MENTAL HEALTH SERVICE COORDINATOR

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Maryland invites applications for a role supporting the Carroll County Local Behavioral Health Authority (LBHA) leadership in PBHS management and BHA compliance. The position is based in Westminster, MD, within the Carroll County Health Department and MDH.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience, with substitutions available for college credits or military health administration roles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of professional experience coordinating health programs or referring to community resources.
• Substitution: 30 college credits may replace the experience.
• Armed Forces health care admin/officer experience may substitute year-for-year.

Skills

Health program coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to support the leadership of the Carroll County Local Behavioral Health Authority (LBHA) in fulfilling responsibilities related to the local management of the Public Behavioral Health System (PBHS). This position will assist the LBHA in maintaining compliance with Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) requirements.

GRADE

STD0014

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Carroll County Health Department
Westminster, MD 21157

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: 1. Experience conducting complaint investigations, facility inspections and compliance visits. 2. Experience working with individuals who have behavioral health disorders and/or are experiencing homelessness. 3. Experience working in public health and/or behavioral health. 4. Experience with and/or knowledge of behavioral health and consumer support resources in the community. 5. Experience working with governmental and community partners.

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).
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

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.