Human Services Associate (Specialist Officer I) - Non-Merit - Baltimore County, MD : Job Details

Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week.A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Behavioral Health.Non-Merit Positions are not classified within Baltimore County Government Classification Unit.A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.List allpromotionsand changes in job duties due toreclassificationas 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 MUST attach your transcript(s), license(s), or certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of license(s) certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.Examples of DutiesThe Human Services Associate will provide case management services to individuals who are incarcerated at the Baltimore County Detention Center and will assist individuals to access treatment and services as they transition to the community upon release. This individual serves as a care coordinator and client case manager. May perform duties that include outreach, referral for substance use, mental health counseling, linkage to community support services to include housing and employment services, and naloxone training. The case manager will maintain appropriate documentation and will provide data for reporting as requested.Examples of Essential Duties* Provides case management.* Assesses, evaluates and monitors individual cases and coordinates care.* Serves as part of a multi-disciplinary team developing care plans for clients.* Advocates the needs of clients.* Makes home visits, transports clients and attends appointments, as appropriate.* Assists in the development and implementation of program policies, procedures and evaluation tools.* Maintains case records, statistical data, and accurate records of client activities.* Prepares reports, documents and correspondences.* Attends meetings and training sessions.Examples of Other Duties* Performs other related duties as assigned(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.)QualificationsRequired QualificationsGraduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in a social or behavioral science.(Experience as described in essential duties may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education.)Licenses and CertificatesSome positions within this classification may require possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license at the time of appointment.Proof ofLicenses, Certifications and EducationApplicants are required to submit proof of Licenses, Certificates, 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 license(s) certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Failure to submit proof of license(s), certification(s) and education will result in your application not being considered.Proof of Degree EquivalencyApplicants 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 Associate (Specialist Officer I) - Non-MeritOffice of Human ResourcesBaltimore County Government308 Allegheny Ave.Towson, MD 21204You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.EXAMINATION PROCEDUREApplicants 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 EmploymentEmployees hired after July 1, 2022 are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees Retirement System with very limited exceptions.Employees in this classification may be assigned to a work shift that includes evenings, nights, weekends and/or holidays. Employees are subject to call to duty in emergencies and may be required to work overtime as needed. Employees must satisfactorily complete County sponsored CPR and First Aid training and maintain certification throughout employment.Physical and Environmental ConditionsThese positions are essentially sedentary with occasional walking, lifting, or other limited physical activities. Positions require traveling between work sites.Medical Examination and Employment Background InvestigationApplicant's selected for an appointment to a position in 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.