Community/Transitioning Youth Navigator (Program Specialist II, Grade 21)

Please note: The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $72,567 to $107,151, based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. 

WHO WE ARE

Montgomery County is located adjacent to Washington, D.C., and with over one million residents, is the most populous County in the State of Maryland. The County is also the most diverse County in the State and ranks among the top ten most diverse Counties in the nation. Montgomery County contains many major U.S. government offices, scientific research and learning centers, and business campuses.

The Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for delivery of the County’s public health and human services that meets the needs of our community’s most vulnerable children, adults and seniors. The Department provides services through more than 120 programs at more than 20 locations. With over 2,000 employees, the Department of Health and Human Services is the largest County Department.

As a department, we believe the health and wellness of the county can only be achieved by ensuring that every resident has fair opportunities to reach their fullest potential. This means access to quality housing, transportation, education, employment, health care, human services, safe neighborhoods, and healthy food. HHS provides critical services for residents who face a variety of obstacles in achieving their full potential. HHS plays an essential role in building a healthy and strong community.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The My Turn Program, within the Community Support Network in Aging and Disability Services, is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic professional who is dedicated to providing high-quality community navigation services and transitioning youth support to families with children who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). An ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge about community resources that are available to support children with IDD, the transitioning youth process, experience conducting outreach, and have strong communication skills.

The Program Specialist II will serve as a Community/Transitioning Youth Navigator in the My Turn Program. This position will provide navigation/case management services and coordinate resources to children/youth with developmental and intellectual disabilities (ages 3 -21).   

Duties to include, but are not limited to: 

Work Schedule: Flexibility is required as this position requires conducting presentations to the community and participating in community outreach events during evenings and weekends.

Telework: This position may be eligible for limited hybrid telework after the initial training period and in accordance with departmental policies and operational needs.

Driver’s License: This position requires possession of a valid driver's license to travel throughout Montgomery County to meet with families, visit community partners, attend outreach events, monitor client services, and perform other work at locations outside the primary office. 

Bilingual applicants in the Spanish/English languages are encouraged to apply. If the candidate selected for this position possesses multilingual skills, they will be required to successfully pass an examination assessing oral communication, reading comprehension, and interpreting skills. For Advanced proficiency, the candidate must also pass an examination requiring translating text from Spanish to English and vice versa.

Background Investigation: A criminal background check will be conducted on the selected candidate prior to appointment and will be a significant factor in the hiring decision.

Experience: Two (2) years of professional experience in case management specifically working with individuals with developmental disabilities

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree. 

Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. 

LICENSE: Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver’s license from the

applicant's state of residence. 

Medical Protocol: This position requires completion of a pre-employment Medical History Form to assess your ability to safely perform the essential duties of the role.

The applications of those individuals meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed to determine the extent, relevancy of training, and experience in the following areas:

• Experience providing case management or navigation support to children or youth with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
• Experience supporting families and youth through the Transitioning Youth process, including resource coordination and service planning.
• Experience developing or managing tracking systems for client eligibility, service plans, or fiscal monitoring.
• Experience assisting clients or families during crisis situations and applying effective problem-solving strategies.
• Experience communicating and collaborating professionally with families, nonprofit organizations, school partners, and community groups.
• Bilingual ability in Spanish.