Human Services Program Supervisor – HIV Case Management/Prevention (Specialist Lead) – Non-Merit

Salary: $68,016.00 – $83,247.00 Annually

Location : Towson, MD

Job Type: NON MERIT

Job Number: NM.140 10-23

Department: HHS/ANIMAL SERVICES, COMMUNICABLE DISEASE AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH

Opening Date: 10/25/2023

Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Bureau of Animal Services, Communicable Disease, Environmental Health Services, Department of Health and Human Services.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassificationas separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the “Work Experience” section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Examples of Duties
Definition Of Responsibility
The Human Services Program Supervisor for Prevention in the Department of Health, Bureau of A.C.E, is responsible for overseeing and coordinating prevention programs and initiatives aimed at reducing the transmission and impact of HIV. This role involves leadership, guidance and support to team members, and collaborating with various stakeholders to achieve program objectives and performance measures.

Examples of Essential Duties

Develops, implements and evaluates comprehensive prevention initiatives targeting HIV.
Monitors program activities, outcomes, and budgets to ensure effective implementation and adherence to established goals and objectives.
Collaborates with internal and external partners to identify program needs, resources and opportunities for improvement.
Represents the program at meetings, conferences and community events to raise awareness, build relationships and advocate for program goals.
Fosters a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting staff development and engagement.
Oversees data collection, analysis, and reporting processes to monitor program outcomes and impact.
Schedules staff to ensure adequate coverage.
Holds individual and group conferences to review cases and problems.
Interprets regulations and policies.
Reviews and approves case management plans, in conjunction with other human services or criminal justice professionals when applicable, and guides employees in their implementation.
Develops written guidelines and procedures for the delivery of testing and Linkage to Care services.
Assists with interview and selection of personnel.
Evaluates employee performance and program functions.
Trains subordinate employees and/or service providers.
Coordinates the unit/program activities with other county, state, and community resources and programs.
Resolves client complaints.
Participates in the development of program policies and procedures and supervises their implementation.
Participates in the development and maintenance of management information systems.
Prepares grant proposals and other reports.
Prepares and monitors the budget for the unit or program.

Examples of Other Duties

May be responsible for facilities management of branch office.
Represents the County, department or program in meetings and conferences.
Provides information, education, and assistance to groups and organizations.
Solicits community involvement or volunteer participation in the program.
Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in a social or behavioral science

Plus

Three years’ experience providing human services such as intake/referral, counseling, or educating.

(Related education beyond a bachelor’s degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required experience. Additional experience as a counselor, educator, or supervisor in a human services program may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required education.)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance)

Thorough knowledge and understanding of applicable Federal, State, and local regulations, procedures, and guidelines including those of the courts and criminal justice system.
Thorough knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to personnel and budget matters.
Thorough knowledge of program organization and role of assigned unit or program within local and State human services structure.
Thorough knowledge of community resources and support groups available to clients.
Skill in implementing program policies and procedures.
Skill in planning, coordinating, supervising, and reviewing the work of others.
Skill in preparing and monitoring budgets.
Skill in coordinating unit or program with other agencies and groups.
Skill in interpreting applicable rules, regulations, guidelines, policies, and procedures for staff.
Skill in conducting educational programs for staff or other groups.
Skill in computer software.
Ability to conduct short-and long-range planning of the unit or program.
Ability to organize the activities of the unit or program such that services are provided to the community in an efficient and effective manner.

Licenses and Certificates
Possession of a valid driver’s license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver’s license is required at the time of appointment.
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org).

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Human Services Program Supervisor – HIV Case Management/Prevention (Specialist Lead) – Non-Merit
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Conditions of Employment
Employees hired after July 1, 2022 are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Physical and Environmental Conditions
These positions are essentially sedentary with some walking, standing, or other restricted physical activities. Some positions may require traveling between work sites.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance
In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance
In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee’s annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave
Sick Leave – Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.

Vacation Leave – Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.

Holidays – Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.

Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application. If you cite experience in your response that is not included on the Work History section of this application, your application may be considered incomplete and you may not receive further consideration for this position. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience.

I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

Failure to complete all fields of the “Work Experience” section of the application will result in your application not being considered.

I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

Select the type of driver’s license you currently hold. Be sure you have provided your driver’s license number, class and state in the previous section of this application.

Commercial Driver’s License equivalent to Commercial, Class A Maryland Driver’s License.
Commercial Driver’s License equivalent to Commercial, Class B Maryland Driver’s License.
Commercial Driver’s License equivalent to a Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver’s License with a Passenger Endorsement.
Non-Commercial Driver’s License equivalent to a Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver’s License.
Provisional Non-Commercial Driver’s License equivalent to a Provisional Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver’s License.
Driver’s License Learners Permit.
I do not have a driver’s license.

Are you currently a merit (full-time), non-merit (part-time), or temporary employee of the Baltimore County General Government?Employees of Baltimore County Public Schools, Baltimore County Public Library, Baltimore County’s court systems or Baltimore County Community College and employees of temporary services used by the County are not considered employees of the Baltimore County General Government.

I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, my e-mail address, and my contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in my not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in my not being further considered for this employment opportunity. To update this information visit www.governmentjobs.com, log into your account, and edit your profile.

I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.Are you willing to accept these conditions of employment?

Yes, I am willing to accept these conditions of employment.
No, I am not willing to accept these conditions of employment and therefore I understand I will not be considered for this position with Baltimore County Government.

The position you are applying for requires proof of education and/or licenses beyond high school in order to qualify. You must submit this proof as instructed on the job posting. If you do not submit the transcript(s) or license(s) by the closing date, your application will not be considered further.

I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

Select the option that best describes your level of education and experience.

Master’s degree in a social or behavioral science, plus one year of experience providing human services such as intake/referral, counseling, or educating.
Bachelor’s degree in a social or behavioral science, plus three years’ experience providing human services such as intake/referral, counseling, or educating.
Associate of Arts degree in a social or behavioral science, plus five years’ experience providing human services such as intake/referral, counseling, or educating.
I do not have any of the above combinations of education and experience.

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose “I do not have any of the above combinations of education and experience.” in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.

This position will require driving in your personal vehicle. Do you have reliable transportation to drive from site to site during the workday?

This position will require working outreach events during non-traditional work hours. Are you willing and able to accept this condition of employment?

Do you have any supervisory experience?

Required Question

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Job Category

Animal Care

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Job Type

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Salary

USD 68,016.00 - 83,247.00 per year

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Country

United States

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City

Towson

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Career Level

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Company

Baltimore County, MD

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JOB SOURCE

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/baltimorecounty/jobs/4255169