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
ASTD9
LOCATION OF POSITION
2301 Argonne Drive
Baltimore, Maryland 21218
Main Purpose of Job
This is a contractual position responsible for overseeing an assigned client residence area and provides crisis counseling and supportive teaching to residents of the dormitory at the Workforce & Technology Center. Maintain healthy, safe, and sanitary environment for individuals with disabilities who are generally independent in their activities of daily living. This position is identified as emergency essential personnel and as such, this position is required to report for work or remain at the work site to continue agency operations during an emergency situation.
This position is primarily evening shift 3:00 – 11:30 pm Sunday - Thursday, but may be adjusted to cover other shifts and areas as needed.
POSITION DUTIES
Provides monitoring and supervision of the
residential dormitories. Conducts physical walk-through of dormitory area with
completion of rounds log to ensure overall safety and welfare of residents.
Observes and monitors the behavior and progress of residents to ensure
compliance with dormitory rules and regulations and health and safety
standards. Mediates disputes and conflicts. Provides guidance and supports to
residents in areas related to independence, employment, advocacy, and social
skills development. Assists and escorts residents to local emergency rooms when
emergency healthcare is needed. Provides cuing and monitoring for residents
participating in medication reminder program. Schedules room assignments,
process admissions, and facilitates dormitory orientation. Completes written
documentation. Communicates resident progress and/or issues to appropriate
staff. Carries out emergency and routine procedures for the protection and
safety of consumers, staff, and the public. Facilitates resident group
sessions. Instructs and monitors basic housekeeping skills so that residents
can maintain their assigned living area.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: An Associate of Arts degree or 60 credit hours with at least six credit hours in education, psychology or counseling from an accredited college or university.
Experience: One year of experience providing counseling or other rehabilitation services in a program serving persons with disabilities.
Note: Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree with 30 credit hours in a human services related field from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants possessing basic sign language
skills and experience providing residential services to individuals with
sensory (hearing and vision) disabilities and/or Autism Spectrum Disorders is
preferred
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
1. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of an automobile. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland, and their driving records will be subject to investigation.
2. Employees in this classification will be required to successfully complete training to obtain and maintain current cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Employees in this classification will
be required to provide the agency with a telephone number where they can
be reached.
2. Applicants for this classification are
subject to a criminal background investigation in accordance with the
federal Family Law Article, Section 5.
3. Employees in this classification are
subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland
Regulations 06.01.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
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 #22-000951-0002. 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 410-554-9394 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.
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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.
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