What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Worker position at Prince George's County, Maryland?
Nature and Variety of Work
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Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.
We are Prince George’s Proud!
Please Note - This is a Limited Term Grant Funded (LTGF) position with Benefits.
Bi-lingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
The Prince George's County Department of Health is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Case Worker (Community Developer) position, grade G21, in the Behavorial Health division.
About The Position
This is a full-time Limited Term Grant Funded (LTGF) position proving case management services to transitional aged youth participating in the Bridges to Success program. Work is performed under the general supervision of a high-level supervisor. Work performance is evaluated in terms of quality, timeliness, and production.
About The Agency
The Prince George's County Health Department's (PGCHD) vision is that all Prince Georgians are their healthiest at every age and every stage. Their mission is to lead, engage, and empower our community to work collaboratively towards disease prevention, health equity, and total well-being. The PGCHD works to protect and support the public’s health through numerous services that range from restaurant inspections and disease tracking to care coordination and health promotion. The department is composed of four divisions: Behavioral Health Services, Environmental Health and Disease Control, Family Health Services, and Health and Wellness, supported by the Office of Administration, Office of Human Resources and the Office of the Health Officer. The mandate of the department has been, and will remain, broad. This plan emphasizes improving core functions and operations, including protecting the public from health threats, implementing strategies to support healthy living, and maintaining a focus on vulnerable populations, while developing efficient internal processes to support these activities.
Examples of Work
EACH APPLICANT MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION WHICH CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
Preferred Qualifications
Job Location: 9314 Piscataway Road, Clinton, MD 20735
Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must:
Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.
Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Come join our team!
Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.
We are Prince George’s Proud!
Please Note - This is a Limited Term Grant Funded (LTGF) position with Benefits.
Bi-lingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
The Prince George's County Department of Health is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Case Worker (Community Developer) position, grade G21, in the Behavorial Health division.
About The Position
This is a full-time Limited Term Grant Funded (LTGF) position proving case management services to transitional aged youth participating in the Bridges to Success program. Work is performed under the general supervision of a high-level supervisor. Work performance is evaluated in terms of quality, timeliness, and production.
About The Agency
The Prince George's County Health Department's (PGCHD) vision is that all Prince Georgians are their healthiest at every age and every stage. Their mission is to lead, engage, and empower our community to work collaboratively towards disease prevention, health equity, and total well-being. The PGCHD works to protect and support the public’s health through numerous services that range from restaurant inspections and disease tracking to care coordination and health promotion. The department is composed of four divisions: Behavioral Health Services, Environmental Health and Disease Control, Family Health Services, and Health and Wellness, supported by the Office of Administration, Office of Human Resources and the Office of the Health Officer. The mandate of the department has been, and will remain, broad. This plan emphasizes improving core functions and operations, including protecting the public from health threats, implementing strategies to support healthy living, and maintaining a focus on vulnerable populations, while developing efficient internal processes to support these activities.
Examples of Work
- Provides face to face case management.
- Provides life skills development.
- Connects to required assessments (including but not limited to Substance Abuse, Educational, Vocational, Health and Nutritional, etc.).
- Offers mentoring.
- Provides individual, group and family support.
- Provides crisis prevention/intervention.
- Provides wrap around services.
- Bachelor's Degree with major course work in Business/Public Administration, Public Health, Social Service, Sociology, Psychology, or other related fields.
- One (1) year of responsible work experience.
EACH APPLICANT MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION WHICH CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with transitional aged youth within the Department of Juvenile Justice system.
- Bi-lingual Spanish Speaking.
- Experience documenting peer-style data in EPIC medical records system.
- A minimum of six (6) years of experience providing support services to at-risk youth.
- Familiarity with local resources and treatment centers/providers in Prince George's County, MD.
- Familiarity with Prince George's County Government Policies and Procedures.
Job Location: 9314 Piscataway Road, Clinton, MD 20735
Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must:
- Possess a valid driver's license.
- Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
- Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable.
- Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
- Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.
Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.
Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
