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MDH, Developmental Disabilities Administration, 201 W. Preston Street, Baltimore, MD

This position will be responsible for the oversight and management of the Coordination of Community Services (CCS) funded through the federal Targeted Case Management model. CCS services are provided to approximately 18,000 individuals in DDA funded services and to approximately 4,000 people on the waiting list. Services are provided by private and public entities. This position will also develop, lead, and support the overall targeted case management program of approximately 600 CCS with goals, standards, and quality to meet CCS objective and oversees their achievement including enhancements, system transformation, integration of DDA’s programs, and process into the LTSSMaryland-DDA Module, state and federal audits, and legislation. Coordination of Community Services is the foundation of all DDA programs. Coordinators work with individuals to conduct eligibility assessments, assess needs, identify service providers and natural supports, assist with waiver and other program applications, and monitor services to ensure they are being delivered as specified in the Person-Centered Plan. Coordinators also play a role in monitoring the health and safety of individuals. This position will be tasked with providing leadership and support to the CCS Regional Leads in the four (4) DDA regions by providing oversight and technical assistance to ensure quality delivery of coordination services, which includes but is not limited to monthly provider site visits, Person-Centered meeting and plan reviews, and general programmatic direction to ensure compliance with COMAR 10.09.48.01-.08 and COMAR 10.22.02.02; 10.22.02.00, 10.22.02.14 regulations and State Plan. The position will also oversee all aspects of the CCS program and act as a representative of DDA in discussions with coordination providers, individuals, families, and other stakeholders.

Education:   A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in nursing, social work, psychology, education, counseling, or a related field.

Experience: Six years professional experience in health services, three years must have been in Developmental Disabilities professional work related to treatment and development of developmentally disabled clients and three years must have been at the managerial or supervisory level.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree or a Doctorate degree in a health or human services field from an accredited college or university for up to two years of the required general experience.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in another field plus an additional year of professional experience in health services for the required education.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Health Care Administration classifications or Health Services Administration specialty codes in the health related field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

The desired candidate should have experience with case management services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, knowledge/experience with the Person-Centered Planning process, and monitoring plans for quality service delivery.

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.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

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.