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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.
The Prince George’s County Health Department is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Community Developer I/II grade A18 position, in the Behavioral Health Division.
About the Position
This is entry level professional work in the areas of (1) community liaison/development/advocacy or (2) social services work among client populations (e.g., youth, aged, reentry, community action, housing development, health, etc.). Incumbents participate in the collection, analysis and summarization of data relating to the administration of the program to which assigned. Work is performed under close supervision of a higher-level Community Developer or other supervisory position. Work performance is evaluated in terms of accuracy and compliance with established guidelines and procedures. Upon the satisfactory completion of a probationary period, entry level incumbents may, at management's discretion, be non-competitively promoted to the II full performance level.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.
Conduct social determinants of health (SDOH)and comprehensive substance use disorder (SUD) screenings of customers involved in the Temporary Cash Assistance Program (TCA) with the Department of Social Services. Track and validate a clinical assessment from community partners of TCA customers who screen positive for SUD and are referred to a community provider. Collect urinalysis specimen to get results of any drug use. Provide case management services to TCA clients addressing social determinants of health. Maintain accurate case records in electronic health records. Collect and submit weekly, monthly and quarterly data points associated with program deliverables. Must possess and maintain required certifications/licensing required for the position, in addition to health exams, immunizations, and other bonafide occupational qualifications, infectious disease training, etc.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Social Service, Sociology, Psychology, or a closely related field.
- Responsible work experience which includes coordination of group activities, preferably including work with disadvantaged individuals.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's Class C driver's license.
EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
Tentative Interview Dates: May 26-28, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.
Job Location: 4235 28th Street, Temple Hills, MD
Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):
- 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.
- Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
- 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.
Salary : $47,553 - $70,000