Human Services Associate - Non-Merit
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Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week.A non-merit vacancy exists in the Bureau of Community Health Services, Department of Health and Human Services.A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.NOTE: Failure to complete all fields of the Work Experience section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications, and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.Under general supervision provides tobacco enforcement and tobacco retail education to vendors in Baltimore County. Collaborates and assist in monitoring of community and faith-based organizations and schools including college and universities awarded grants to develop and coordinate health-related messaging around tobacco use. Provides outreach and education to public regarding the health impact of tobacco use.Conducts tobacco enforcement and tobacco education within Baltimore County.Attends tobacco hearings related to enforcement of tobacco regulations.Provides outreach both individual and group health education.Works collaboratively with organizations awarded grant funds to provide tobacco education to individuals at highest risk to youth initiation and chronic disease related to tobacco use.Monitors and evaluates tobacco enforcement and retailer education with the goal of reducing underage access to tobacco products.Maintains detailed records of enforcement activities and provides reports to courts or other agencies upon request.Attends court arraignments and hearings.Prepares statistical and summary reports as requested.Provides assistance to various community/faith-based organizations and schools regarding health messaging and community outreach.Conducts educational, community relations, prevention, and outreach programs.Attends meetings and training sessions.EXAMPLES OF OTHER DUTIESRecommends and assists in implementing corrective actions related to problem areas in overall program.May supervise and/or train subordinate human services and clerical personnel.May act as lead worker.May transport other enforcement personnel and perform field visits.Assists tobacco retailers, community-based organizations and schools to understand enforcement, education and health messaging related to tobacco purchasing and use.Performs other related duties as required.(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)Required QualificationsGraduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in a social or behavioral science.(Experience as described in essential duties may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education.)Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level):Knowledge of the theories and principles of human behavior, growth and development, mental illness, alcohol and drug abuse, and problems related to socioeconomic factors.Basic knowledge of local, state and federal regulations related to tobacco enforcement, community-based outreach and health-related messaging and education to individuals and groups.Writing skill necessary to complete forms, legal documents and records, and reports.Good written and verbal communication skills.Ability to conduct tobacco enforcement and retail education.Ability to make appropriate referrals.Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with others.Ability to appropriately handle hostile individuals and those experiencing a crisis.Ability to understand the rules and procedures of the courts and criminal justice system.Ability to interpret Federal, State, and local regulations, procedures, and guidelines for human services professionals.Ability to read and understand professional journals and other publications.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Preferred):Knowledge of the organization and role of assigned program within the County and State structure.Knowledge of community resources and support groups available to clients.Knowledge and understanding of applicable Federal, State, and local regulations, procedures, and guidelines including those of the courts and criminal justice system.Knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to performance of duties.Skill in conducting tobacco enforcement independently.Skill in making appropriate referrals related to tobacco enforcement and prevention education.Skill in handling hostile individuals.Skill in crisis intervention.Skill in outreach and education.Skill in working collaboratively with multiple agencies to create and promote health related education and messaging.Ability to assist in the implementation of local, State and Federal regulations.Ability to lead and instruct other workers within the program.Proof of Degree EquivalencyApplicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ().Mail or deliver documents to:ATTN: Human Services Associate - Non-MeritOffice of Human ResourcesBaltimore County Government308 Allegheny Ave.Towson, MD 21204EXAMINATION PROCEDUREApplicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Be sure to state the dates, duties and responsibilities of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.Physical and Environmental ConditionsThese positions are essentially sedentary with occasional walking, lifting, or other restricted physical activities.Medical Examination and Employment Background InvestigationApplicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.#J-18808-Ljbffr