ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST I- CONTRACTUAL
WISH Program Case Manager
Recruitment #17-001755-0037
Department | DHS - Cecil County DSS |
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Date Opened | 11/29/2017 08:55:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 12/13/2017 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $14.61/hour |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Diana Reed |
Work Location |
Cecil
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Introduction
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Department of Human Services
Cecil County Department of Social Services
170 East Main Street
Elkton MD 21921
This office is approximately 55 miles north of Baltimore off of Interstate 95; the last exit before the Maryland/Delaware line.
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
Engages TCA applicants and active TCA customers in appropriate work activities through the use of interviews, the Family Independence Plan, and collaboration with other Family Investment staff, community groups, and businesses.
Monitors and documents customers engagement in work activities through the use of interviews, the Independence Plan, weekly contact including in person, on-site visits, time sheets and other documents, and collaboration and communication with other Work Opportunities and TCA staff, community groups and businesses.
Assesses TCA applicants and active TCA customers, initial and/or ongoing, for appropriate placements by interviewing customers, obtaining complete and accurate data, and collaborating with Work Opportunities staff to determine work program compliance and completing the Online Work Readiness Assessment (OWRA).
Creates and maintains complete and accurate case records, both written and electronic.
Instructs welfare-to-work customers in employability based training including but not limited to resume building, interviewing, communication techniques and styles, completion of applications, teamwork/cooperation, and conflict resolution.
Manages caseloads in accordance with current policies, procedures and timelines.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
- Knowledge of welfare-to-work programs.
- Interviewing techniques, and the Family Independence Plan.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work as part of a collaborative team member.
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
Limited to candidates willing to accept employment in Cecil County, Maryland.
Cecil County is located approximately 55 miles north of Baltimore off of Interstate 95; the last exit before the Maryland/Delaware line.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
SELECTION PROCESS
BENEFITS
Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program (the Program), have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.
Leave may be granted to a temporary/contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be evaluated. If selected for an interview, you will be required to provide an official transcript. For all foreign education obtained outside the U.S. you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service if selected for an interview.
The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application to:
Diana Reed, Human Resources Officer
Cecil County Department of Social Services
170 East Main Street
Elkton MD 21921
The paper application must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date for this recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. Information received after the closing date will not be considered. Application inquiries may be directed to 410-996-0312.
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.