SOCIAL WORKER II, CRIMINAL JUSTICE
CO-OCCURING DISORDERS PROJECT
Recruitment #20-002004-0001
Department | OPD District Operations |
---|---|
Date Opened | 7/15/2020 11:59:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 8/14/2020 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $49,476.00 - $79,203.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Janynee Covington |
Work Location |
Anne Arundel
Baltimore County Howard |
Introduction
The Office of
the Public Defender is a statewide independent agency charged with providing
superior legal representation to indigent defendants. The agency’s vision is
Justice, Fairness and Dignity for All. Employees are committed to the core
values of culture of excellence, client centered representation, tenacious
advocacy, and are united in achieving the agency’s mission.
The Office of
the Public Defender is seeking three social workers (LCSW-C) to serve as an essential team members on a grant focused on reducing the
incarceration of justice-involved individuals with co-occurring disorders or
complex mental illnesses. The social workers will be based in the following regions: Anne Arundel County, Baltimore County and
Howard County. These are grant-funded positions with a start date in Fall 2020 and expected to run a minimum of 10 months from the
start date.
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
1700 Margaret Avenue, Annapolis,
MD 21401
200 Washington Avenue,
Towson, MD 21204
3451 Courthouse Drive, Ellicott
City, MD 21043
Main Purpose of Job
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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 the rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a commissioned officer in Social Work classifications or Social Work specialty codes in Social Science, Psychology or Welfare fields of work for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Currently
licensed as an LCSW-C in Maryland.
At least 3
years of criminal justice/mental health/substance abuse background and
experience.
Experience
conducting forensic interviews and assessments, treatment planning and clinical
diagnoses, collecting data.
Strong written
and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented
and able to meet internal and external deadlines.
Willingness to
travel across the region.
Grant management
experience preferred.
Experience
supervising staff and interns preferred.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
1. Employees are required to be licensed as a Certified Social Worker or 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.
2. 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
1. 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.
2. Employees of the Department of Juvenile Services must complete an approved training program in group counseling techniques.
3. Employees of the Department of Juvenile Services may be required to complete the Level I Counseling course certified by the Maryland AIDS Professional Education Center.
4. Employees of the Department of Juvenile Services are required to qualify for and successfully complete the Entry Level Training Academy operated by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make
sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that
you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information
concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We
will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful
candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and
placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination
will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to
the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a
qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your application.
Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information
on your application. Report all experience and education that is related to
this position. Applicants selected for interview will be required to complete a
writing sample onsite during the interview process.
BENEFITS
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.
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.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online
applications preferred. Please fax all paper applications and
questionnaires to (410) 333-2260.
Inquiries
regarding applications and submitting paper applications can be directed to:
Office of the Public Defender, Human Resources Division, 6 Saint Paul Street,
Suite 1304, Baltimore, MD 21202; or by calling (410) 767-8500, toll free:
877-430-5187; TTY users call Maryland Relay Service 800-735-2258.
Please be sure
to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement
number on any documentation to ensure timely processing. A paper copy of the MD
State application form and questionnaire can be downloaded from the link below.
As an equal
opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and
promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with
disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank
our Veterans for their service to our country.