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Maryland Military Department

Social Worker I & II, Criminal Justice (STATEWIDE)

Maryland Military Department, Ellicott City, Maryland, United States, 21042

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"Together, we are building a stronger Maryland." Governor Wes Moore

Do you want to join a dynamic, innovative team? Join one of the State of Maryland’s largest agencies, the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS)! When you work at DPSCS, it’s an opportunity to support and impact our large workforce, help ensure the public safety of Maryland’s residents and change the lives of returning citizens.

Visit our website to learn more about the work we do: https://dpscs.maryland.gov/

Grade PSCS Social Worker I, Criminal Justice: Grade 17 - $76,315 (with potential growth up to $104,954)

PSCS Social Worker II, Criminal Justice: Grade 18 - $81,444 (with potential growth up to $112,044)

Location of Position This recruitment will fill current and future vacancies across Maryland. The current vacancy is located in Baltimore City, Metropolitan Transition Center, 954 Forrest St., Baltimore, MD 21202.

Position Duties The main purpose of this position is to provide the full range of social work services to incarcerated individuals housed at the assigned DPSCS facility and provide services to the assigned regional institutions as needed.

Social Work Services

Provides clinical and case management services which include the development of comprehensive re‑entry plans for special‑needs incarcerated individuals;

Provides individual intervention for crisis intervention and/or problem‑solving as assigned;

Provides ongoing individual therapy as assigned and resources permit;

Provides assessments for PREA screening and follow‑up, for eligibility for domestic violence group treatment and for release planning services;

Conducts therapeutic/didactic groups with a cognitive‑behavioral theory base to the general population;

Presents at clinical staff meetings when scheduled;

Related Administrative Duties

Maintains and completes monthly reports, statistics, case notes and appropriate records on all services provided;

Participates in institutional, regional and divisional staff meetings;

Serves on special task forces and work groups as assigned by supervisor;

Completes special projects or tasks as assigned;

Minimum Qualifications PSCS Social Worker I, Criminal Justice

Education:

Determined by the State Board of Social Work Examiners under the licensing requirements for Social Workers.

Experience:

None.

PSCS Social Worker II, Criminal Justice

Education:

Determined by the State Board of Social Work Examiners under the licensing requirements for Social Workers.

Experience:

Two years of experience providing clinical and therapeutic social work services through the application of the principles, methods and procedures of professional social work to clients requiring rehabilitative counseling.

Note:

Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a commissioned officer in Social Work classifications or Social Work specialty codes in the Social Science, Psychology or Welfare fields of work on a year‑for‑year basis for the required experience.

Licenses, Registrations and Certifications PSCS Social Worker I, Criminal Justice

Employees are required to be licensed as a Graduate Social Worker (on or before June 30, 2018), Master Social Worker (on or after July 1, 2018), Certified Social Worker by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners prior to appointment to a position in State service. Applicants who do not have a license may also apply pending receipt of the required license. When the license is obtained, submit a copy to the hiring department.

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.

PSCS Social Worker II, Criminal Justice

Employees are required to be licensed as a certified social worker‑clinical by the State Board of Social Work Examiners prior to appointment to a position in State service. Applicants who do not have a license may also apply pending receipt of the required license. When the license is obtained, submit a copy to the hiring department.

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.

Special Requirements

Employees are required to meet mandatory standards for continuing education as determined by the hiring department. Employees who fail to obtain the required continuing education credits shall be subject to disciplinary action including demotion, suspension and dismissal.

Employees must complete an approved training program in group counseling techniques.

Employees are required to qualify for and successfully complete the Entry Level Training Academy operated by the Police and Correctional Training Commissions.

Selection Process All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

Examination Process The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

Benefits As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.

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Personal Leave – new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date)

Annual Leave – ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year

Sick Leave – fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year

Parental Leave – up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child

Holidays – State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year

Pension – State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension

Further Instructions Online applications are highly recommended. If you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be emailed to hr.recruitmentuser@maryland.gov. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application.

If you are submitting additional information, the preferred method is to upload it with your application. All uploaded additional information must be received by the closing date and time. If you are unable to upload, please email the requested information to hr.recruitmentuser@maryland.gov referencing the recruitment number in the subject line. Only additional materials that are requested will be accepted for this recruitment.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, HRSD-Recruitment Division at 410‑585‑3999.

Tiara Mills tiara.mills@maryland.gov

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.

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