JOB A vacancy exists in the Department of Aging's Caregiver Support Program for a Caregiver Education Specialist.
Pay Schedule I, Grade 25, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week. This is a grant-funded position.
Program Overview
The Baltimore County Department of Aging (BCDA) offers a free Caregiver Support Program to help family members caring for county adults over age 60 or grandparents (age 55+) providing primary care for children. Services include respite care, e-learning platforms, and specialized consultations.
This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interested
transfer and p
romotional candidates must apply at this time.
List all
promotions and
changes in job duties due to
reclassification as separate work experiences 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
must attach your transcript(s)/degree(s) and professional license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.
Failure to submit proof of professional licenses, certifications, and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of professional licenses, certifications, and/or Education must be submitted with each application. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Job PurposeUnder general supervision, this position develops and implements a variety of educational presentations and outreach efforts to the community as well as prepares articles for newsletters.
Examples of Duties
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Develops and provides outreach and education to caregivers of older adults and older adults caring for children
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Identifies topics and speakers for the various events
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Provides support and oversight to trainings
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Writes educational newsletter articles, blogs, and social media posts on caregiving topics
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Co-facilitates Caregiver Resource Sessions and Caregiver Network seminars at various in-person locations and virtually
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Provides oversight to the Trualta webpage for caregiver training and authorizes access for participating caregivers
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Assists in the development and implementation of the two annual BCDA Family Caregivers Conferences
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Tracks participation data for educational events and accurately enters data into the Wellsky database
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Provides backup assistance for telephone consultations and intakes for the Caregiver Support Program
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Participates in special projects and new initiatives
Examples of Other Duties
Performs other duties as assigned.
NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for this position. This may not include all of the essential job functions of this position. This position may not be required to perform all of the listed essential job duties. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of the classification is essentially sedentary with occasional walking, lifting, carrying materials, and other physical activities.
This position requires occasional weekend work and some evenings.
The position requires traveling between work sites.
Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.
Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, a drug screen, and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to, a criminal background check, education verification, and a fingerprint check.
Please note: This position is supported by grant funding and will remain active as long as funds are available. While we hope for continued funding, employment beyond the current grant term is not guaranteed.
