Coordinator Special Programs Health Services I

State of Maryland • Dorchester, MD

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Development Disabilities (DD) Targeted Case Management (TCM) Coordinator of Community Services (CCS) provides a fixed point of entry into the service delivery system for individuals with developmental disabilities. This position will assist the individual in the preparation of the application and gathering of necessary documentation for DDA to make an eligibility determination. Further, the CCS will facilitate the development of the Person-Centered Plan (PCP) and monitor the PCP and its services. When required, additional assessments are completed as determined by the client's individual situation.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• One year of administrative staff or professional work in a health care setting.
• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a Human Services field; OR An Associates degree with two (2) years experience in a Human Services field; OR Seven (7) years experience in a Human Services field.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provides a fixed point of entry into the service delivery system for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Assists individuals in preparing applications and gathering necessary documentation for DDA eligibility determination.
• Facilitates the development of the Person-Centered Plan (PCP).
• Monitors the PCP and its services.
• Completes additional assessments as determined by the client's individual situation.

Benefits

• Subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents (75% subsidized by the State of Maryland).
• Option to enroll in dental coverage (full premium paid by employee).
• Option to enroll in accidental death and dismemberment insurance (full premium paid by employee).
• Option to enroll in life insurance (full premium paid by employee).
• Leave granted at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree