GRADE 13 LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Cecil County Health Department, Elkton, MD Main Purpose of Job This position will provide care by helping individuals transition from substance abuse residential treatment to community-based aftercare, recovery-based housing, and support. This position also initiates and supports reentry planning for individuals incarcerated within the local detention center. This position will manage resources for high-risk/high-cost individuals and improve recovery outcomes for those individuals and the addiction/behavioral health care system. This position will connect individuals to recovery resources in their community by providing patient screening, assessment, care planning, referral, and placement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

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

Experience:

One year of administrative staff or professional work in a health care setting.

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.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess: Experience supporting individuals with behavioral health conditions with a focus on improving recovery and overall health outcomes. Experience with linking consumers to community-based health providers, housing resources, crisis intervention, and other local recovery support services. Demonstrated history of building collaborative partnerships with local stakeholders to assist consumers with essential mental health, substance use disorder, and other recovery support services. Experience with data entry, health record documentation, and creating/submitting reports. Cultural sensitivity, ethical decision-making, adaptability to changing environments, and organizational skills to manage diverse client needs while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

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

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time. 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 Application.

Help@maryland.gov. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. 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.