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Introduction

We at the Potomac Center/SETT facility provide quality\r
person-centered supports to adults with intellectual disabilities at our campus\r
in Hagerstown, Maryland. Our aim is to partner with the community to help our residents\r
achieve their goals.\r
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The Potomac Center is a 62-bed licensed Intermediate Care\r
Facility (ICF). This program focuses on using therapeutic interventions to\r
empower residents as they learn the skills they need to successfully return to\r
community living.�\r
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The Secure Evaluation and Therapeutic Treatment (SETT)\r
Program, located within the Potomac Center campus, is a 32-bed licensed\r
Forensic Residential Center that provides services to individuals with\r
intellectual disabilities and court involvement within a safe and secure\r
environment. The program provides assistance as they resolve their court\r
involvement and work toward transitioning to a less secured environment. The\r
SETT utilizes active treatment as well as providing evaluation, assessment and\r
competency attainment education.\r
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GRADE

CO 0003\r

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH-Potomac Center/SETT, 1380 Marshall St., Hagerstown, MD 21740\r

Main Purpose of Job

This full time contractual position is the entry level of work involving the security and care of the residents at Potomac Center and SETT. This positionr is responsible for covering a routine security shift(s) as assigned. During those shifts, this position will conduct security rounds of the facility checking the physical security of the facility, checking fire extinguishers and other safety equipment, and reporting any safety or security related defects or anomalies. This position will have access to security monitors and will be responsible for monitoring the security video during their watch. This position will respond to all codes to assist with resident and staff safety. Security Officers will monitor the Center's gate; monitoring access to the Center. This position is also on call to any emergency at the facility as necessary.\r
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Per the Amended Directive and Order Regarding Vaccination\r
(MDH # �issued by the Secretary of the Maryland Department\r
of Health,�effective April 18, 2023, staff in all�hospitals and\r
residential facilities operated by the Maryland�Department�of Health\r
or any local health department are required to show proof of COVID-19\r
vaccination. Staff includes, but is not limited to, regular and contractual\r
employees, contractual staff, volunteers, and other state employees performing\r
any duties at the facility. An individual may request an accommodation by\r
providing�appropriate and sufficient documentation for bona fide medical\r
or�religious reasons.\r

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:�� High School diploma or high school equivalency�certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Correctional Training Commission regulation. \r
Experience: None. \r
Note: The above educational requirement is set by the Police and Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209 of the Annotated Code of Maryland. \r

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should posses experience providing security and working with the intellectually disabled and forensic populations\r

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland. \r
2. Some positions in this classification may be required to operate large vans to transport patients. Employees assigned these duties will be required to obtain a Maryland driver's license of the appropriate class for this type of vehicle \r

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Employees who have not already done so must meet the selection standards required and successfully complete the training prescribed by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission for a Correctional Officer during their probationary period, (Correctional Services Article, Section Selection standards for correctional officer training are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulations Title 12, Subtitle 10, Chapter 01 and include the following:\r
U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status\r
Must be at least 21 years of age\r
A completed background investigation\r
Oral interview\r
Physical examination. \r
2. Employees in this classification will be required to provide the facility with a telephone number where they can be reached. \r
3. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations , Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.\r

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.�Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.�Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).�\r
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date.�Information submitted after this date will not be added.�\r
Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.�Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.\r
Candidates may remain on the�certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.\r

BENEFITS

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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.\r
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.\r
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FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online,�the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.�Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.\r
If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.� If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information�to �Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.\r
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the�MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at \r
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at or��\r
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: or MD TTY Relay Service \r
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r