Recovery Support and Harm Reduction Supervisor
COORDINATOR OF SPECIAL PROGRAMS IV, HEALTH SERVICES **REPOST**
Recruitment #22-002820-0004
| Department | MDH Local Health - Howard County |
|---|---|
| Date Opened | 8/19/2022 1:30:00 PM |
| Filing Deadline | 9/9/2022 11:59:00 PM |
| Salary | $48,525.00 - $62,795.00/year (with potential growth to $77,504.00/year) |
| Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
| HR Analyst | Jennifer Bui |
| Work Location |
Howard
|
Introduction
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
8930 Stanford Blvd.
Columbia, MD 21045
Main Purpose of Job
This position is eligible for hybrid telework.
POSITION DUTIES
- Manages the Recovery Support and Harm Reduction Unit including Sexual Health in Recovery within the parameters of grant funding for each program area to meet the needs of the community and requirements of the State/County.
- Oversight of peers embedded @ Homewood school; Teen Intervene projects with two schools, working with the school-based wellness centers (SBWC).
- Assesses changing community needs (needs assessment) for the program and designs and adjusts program to provide services not accessible from other sources.
- Writes and revises the annual program plans and grant applications.
- Evaluates the program and brings programmatic problems or issues to the attention of the Bureau Director.
- Collaborates with health facilities, physicians, allied health disciplines and community agencies regarding Harm Reduction program.
- Acts as a resource for Recovery Support and Harm Reduction services for Health Department to the community and other County offices and agencies.
- Develops, revises and recommends new policies, standards and workflow procedures, using new technology.
- Provides medical/clinical care referral connection for clients referred from other providers, when needed.
- Provides education/prevention classes to community groups, faith-based communities, health fairs, etc.
- Develop and maintain Bureau policies and procedures. Submits policies to the Bureau Director for approval. Ensures program-specific (and bureau-specific) policies, procedures, program manuals and standing orders (if applicable) exist, are reviewed annually and updated to reflect current requirements.
- Ensures that the programs operate within the allocated budget areas.
- Works with the contracts unit to ensure contracts and purchase orders are completed as needed.
- Verifies expenditures and submits to the Bureau Director.
- Prepares and submits expenditure reports on a monthly basis.
- Reviews the purchasing procedure maintaining fiscal responsibility.
- Reports budgetary needs to the Bureau Director.
- Ensures that program data are accurate and submitted timely each month due by 3rd of each month and meets the State report requirements.
- Completes and submits quarterly and end of year performance measure reports.
- Is the contact person with the program sub-vendors (On Our Own of Howard County, Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP) peer expansion, Behavioral Health Crisis Center peer expansion, etc.) to answer questions and provide technical assistance as needed.
- Conducts site reviews twp times a year with the program sub-vendors (On Our Own of Howard County, OTP peer expansion, Behavioral Health Crisis Center peer expansion, etc.). Completes grant monitoring paperwork by due dates (December and June), and implements corrective actions as needed.
- Participates in monthly supervisor meetings (Performance Improvement Committee [PIC]) and monthly all staff meetings to stay current on agency activities and issues.
- Assists in implementing agency policy and procedure related to program.
- Provides input to Nursing Administration in the establishment of policies regarding program areas and interprets policies and procedures.
- Monitors the quality and quantity of program services and outreach efforts in order to maintain or improve services
- Complies with standards for infection control and risk management per OSHA standards.
- Assures that Harm Reduction procedures adhere to CLIA guidelines including the mobile van lab location.
- Assures that supplies, are in sufficient quantities, current and up to date.
- Assigns and reviews the work of all staff, allied staff and volunteers.
- Evaluates work performance of staff and volunteers.
- Orients and trains new staff.
- Provides professional leadership, guidance and consultation.
- Evaluates continuing educational needs for staff and volunteers.
- Signs timesheets and approves leave requests.
- Brings staffing needs to the attention of the Bureau Director.
- Ensure peer support staff gain and maintain certification.
- Supervises, evaluates, and counsels assigned program staff according to COMAR. regulations
- Maintains a cooperative relationship and acts as the agency liaison.
- Communicates with other agencies and other members of the health team regarding referrals for medical services and psychosocial needs of clients.
- Collaborates on special projects in the community to provide Recovery Support and Harm Reduction education.
- Participates in community planning and needs assessment related to Recovery Support and Harm Reduction Program services.
- Represents Howard County Health Department at meetings of State and local communities regarding program and services.
- Represents Howard County Health Department at community activities/events/outreach.
- Accepts responsibility for special projects as assigned.
- Participates in Emergency Preparedness drills or actual events.
- Participates in administrative on-call rotation for the Health Department.
- Participates in seasonal flu clinics as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in nursing, social work, psychology, education, counseling or a related field.
Experience: Five years of professional experience in health services, two years must have been in the Health Services option.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a health or human service field for one year of the required general experience.
2. Experience in the Health Services option must be as follows: professional clinical or administrative work in health or medical services in areas other than Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities or Addictions.
3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in another field plus one additional year of professional experience in health services for the required education.
4. 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
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
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.
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