HARM REDUCTION PROGRAM COORDINATOR COORDINATOR SPECIAL PROGRAMS HEALTH SERVICES III SUPERVISOR

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Maryland, Frederick County Health Department—Street Safe Program, is seeking a coordinator to supervise operations and oversee harm reduction services in Frederick, MD. The role collaborates with Behavioral Health Services staff to deliver a range of supportive services.

The successful candidate will oversee staffing, documentation, supplies, and supervision of harm reduction staff and peer recovery staff and volunteers, ensuring program goals are met and compliance with state

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience: At least two years coordinating health-related programs or referring clients to resources.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise operations of the Street Safe Program.
• Collaborate with Behavioral Health Services staff to provide services.
• Oversee staffing, documentation, supplies, and supervision of harm reduction staff and peers.

Skills

Harm reduction experience

Program oversight experience

Registered Peer Supervisor (RPS) cert.

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Job description

• * * THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT FREDERICK COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES DIVISION EMPLOYEES ONLY. * * * GRADE STD0015 LOCATION OF POSITION MDH - Frederick County Health Department Behavioral Health Services, Street Safe Program
  

Introduction

• * * THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT FREDERICK COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES DIVISION EMPLOYEES ONLY. * * * GRADE STD0015 LOCATION OF POSITION MDH - Frederick County Health Department Behavioral Health Services, Street Safe Program
  

490C Prospect Blvd.
Frederick, MD 21701

Main Purpose of Job

This position will coordinate and supervise the operations of the Frederick County Health Department's Street Safe Program by collaborating with a team of other Behavioral Health Services personnel who provide a range of services, coordinating harm reduction programs, including day to day operations, staffing, documentation, and supplies, and providing supervision to harm reduction staff, including peer recovery staff and volunteers.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Experience: Two years 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 on a year-for-year basis 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:

• Current/prior harm reduction experience


• Current/prior program oversight experience


• Registered Peer Supervisor (RPS) certification
  

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

• * * THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT FREDERICK COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES 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

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or [e-mail].

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.