Introduction
The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to
supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for
college and career success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from
our divisions, we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs of
a diverse population – students, teachers, principals, and other educators
throughout Maryland.
GRADE
Standard Salary Schedule: Grade 16
LOCATION OF POSITION
Workforce and Technology Center
2301 Argonne Drive
Baltimore, Maryland 21218
Main Purpose of Job
This is a part-time 40 hours biweekly contractual position requiring program development and implementation for the Pathways Program for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders at 2 year institutions of higher learning; provide services and support to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders attending community college and services at the WTC.
POSITION DUTIES
Work
in conjunction with the Supervisor of Autism Services for the expansion and
implementation of the Pathways Program to other 2 year institutions of higher
learning for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders; facilitate the
Pathways Program at new locations and
work collaboratively with DORS and Disability Support Services staff for
the identification of program participants; assist the Supervisor of Autism Services with the
development of the Interagency Agreement between DORS and the new locations. Provide educational support services to Pathways
participants; facilitate social skills group and weekly meetings with program
participants; educate college staff regarding Autism Spectrum Disorders and
serve as liaison between program participants and professors; provide
individual and group counseling, and crisis intervention services to resolve consumer issues; assess need for Career Assessment and
Assistive Technology services; ensure effective programmimg and services for
participants; assist with identification of vocational goal; collaborate with
parents.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Possession of a
Bachelor’s degree.
Experience: Two years of
administrative, librarian, teaching or rehabilitation work in education,
library or rehabilitation programs. Education:
Notes:
- Additional experience as
defined above directly related to the position may be substituted for the
required Bachelor’s degree at the rate of one year of experience for one year
of education.
- Possession of a Master’s
degree may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience
working with Transition Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
- Experience
working on a College Campus.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must consent to State Police Investigation
(fingerprinting) as a routine procedure for all employees with this Agency.
BENEFITS
Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits 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 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
must complete the MD State Government on-line application for employment
recruitment #21-005297-0005. The Application must clearly demonstrate that the
applicant meets the prerequisite Minimum Qualifications for the position.
Please do not put "See Resume" in the job duties section of your
application; your application will not be considered. Paper applications
can be completed and faxed to 410-554-9397 or mailed to DORS Human Resource
Department at 2301 Argonne Drive, Baltimore, MD 21218. To obtain a paper
application visit our website dors.maryland.gov or marylandpublicschools.org.
TDD (410) 554-9399. Inquiries can be made to 410-554-9424. Appropriate
accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.
If you have
difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online
application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management,
Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850.
Proof of
eligibility to work in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act,
and travel throughout the State are required. Any misrepresentation of
academic or experience requirements for this position may result in
non-selection or termination of employment. Applicants must consent to State
Police Investigation (fingerprinting) as a routine procedure for all employees
with this Agency. 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.
We thank our
Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to
apply.
