Back Human Services Specialist IV - Tobacco & Chronic Disease Program Specialist (9114) Health & Human Services Rockville , MD Temporary Sep 25, 2026 OVERVIEW

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POSITION SUMMARY

We are currently recruiting for a Human Services Specialist IV - Tobacco & Chronic Disease Program Specialist to support the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Public Health Services, Cancer, Tobacco & Cannabis Prevention Programs. The Human Services Specialist IV will support tobacco prevention and cessation initiatives, chronic disease and diabetes self-management programs, community outreach, grant deliverables, program evaluation, and health education activities. The successful candidate will work closely with community partners, healthcare organizations, and internal stakeholders to implement and evaluate evidence-based public health programs. This is a full-time, grant-funded position working 40 hours per week and is anticipated to continue through June 30, 2027. The position is based in Rockville, MD with telework eligibility. The pay range for this position is $25.00-$27.00 per hour.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Coordinate and support tobacco use prevention, cessation, and education activities in collaboration with community organizations, healthcare providers, hospitals, and other partners. Coordinate, facilitate, implement, and monitor Diabetes Self-Management Programs (DSMP), Chronic Disease Self-Management Programs (CDSMP), and related evidence-based chronic disease interventions. Support tobacco cessation programs and resources, including Freedom From Smoking programs and referrals to available quit-support services. Promote public awareness and education regarding tobacco prevention, vaping prevention, chronic disease management, cancer prevention, and other public health initiatives. Develop and support social marketing campaigns, health education materials, flyers, presentations, and other community-facing educational resources. Track program activities, participation, outcomes, performance measures, and other data required to evaluate program effectiveness. Monitor grant deliverables and assist with preparing required program reports, documentation, statistics, and performance updates. Evaluate the effectiveness of tobacco prevention, chronic disease, health promotion, and community education programs and assist with the development and administration of evaluation tools. Build, develop, and maintain productive relationships with internal and external community partners. Coordinate and participate in community outreach initiatives, educational events, partner trainings, and other public health activities. Support cancer prevention and screening outreach efforts, including education regarding available colorectal cancer screening resources. Support community education related to tobacco and nicotine products, vaping, cannabis prevention, and other emerging public health concerns. Assist with retailer education and tobacco compliance initiatives related to applicable local and state requirements. Assist in the preparation of grant applications, reports, and related materials, including researching and compiling background information, program data, and statistics. Maintain accurate program records and ensure activities and outcomes are properly documented. Collaborate with team members and community stakeholders to ensure grant-funded programs meet established objectives, timelines, and deliverables. Perform related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

Strong knowledge of or experience with public health, human services, community health, social services, community outreach, advocacy, or related programs. Ability to coordinate multiple programs, activities, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously. Experience collecting, tracking, analyzing, and reporting program data and outcomes. Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail. Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and listening communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community organizations, healthcare providers, government agencies, and other stakeholders. Ability to communicate health information clearly to diverse community populations. Ability to assist with the development of educational, outreach, and social marketing materials. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a public health team. Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and follow through on assigned responsibilities. Ability to understand and adhere to the duties, methods, procedures, policies, and grant requirements associated with the position. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and comfort learning and utilizing technology and data-tracking systems. Bilingual English/Spanish skills are preferred but not required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Candidates must meet one of the following combinations of education and experience: Bachelor's degree and at least three (3) years of relevant professional experience in human services, public health, eligibility programs, social work, community outreach, advocacy, or a related field; OR At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience in human services, public health, eligibility programs, social work, community outreach, advocacy, or a related field without a bachelor's degree.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate will have experience in one or more of the following areas: Public health program coordination, health education, or community health work. Coordinating or facilitating Diabetes Self-Management Programs (DSMP) or Chronic Disease Self-Management Programs (CDSMP). Evidence-based programs such as Stanford's Better Choices, Better Health or similar chronic disease self-management interventions. Tobacco prevention and cessation initiatives, including Freedom From Smoking or similar programs. Grant-funded program implementation, monitoring, data collection, reporting, and evaluation. Community partnership development and stakeholder engagement. Planning or participating in community outreach events and health education initiatives. Creating flyers, presentations, social marketing content, and public health education materials. Working with diverse communities and developing or delivering bilingual health education materials.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Ability to perform standard office and community-program-related duties associated with the position.

THE BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR ATHENA INCLUDE

Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better. Medical, dental and vision insurance available for full-time employment. Health Savings Account. Pet insurance. 401k with a generous employer match. ATHENA paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employee. Additional Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employee, spouses, and children. Short and Long Term Disability. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal. Paid Time Off 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year, accrued weekly beginning on your first day of employment. PTO may be used for vacation, sick leave, or personal time. Recognized Unpaid Holidays (PTO Optional) New Year's Day Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Presidents' Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party. ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Apply Now Share This Post