Social Worker II - (HHS Community Based Services)

Salary : $65,733.00 - $75,075.00 Annually

Location : Towson, MD

Job Type : MERIT

Job Number : 04.433 04-24

Department : HHS / COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES

Opening Date : 10 / 03 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.

Pay Schedule I, Grade 32. Regular Schedule : 35 hours per week.

A vacancy exists in the Department of Health and Human Services, Community Based Services.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested candidates must apply at this time.

List all p romotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note : Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You must attach your transcript(s) / degree(s) and license(s) / certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and / or Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and / or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Job Purpose

Under general supervision, provides a full range of direct professional social work services to specialized populations such as children, seniors, substance abusers, and physically or mentally ill individuals.

Essential Job Duties

• Investigates, evaluates, and monitors individual cases.
• Assists in rendering diagnosis and developing individual treatment / service plans designed to prevent or alleviate personal or environmental problems of clients in a social services, health, or mental health program.
• Determines suitability of individuals for special programs.
• Provides crisis intervention and individual or group counseling to clients and their families.
• Develops and / or participates in public awareness and education programs.
• Consults with other health or social work professionals concerning issues affecting recovery, welfare, and rehabilitation of clients.
• Acts as a liaison between health, education, welfare, and other community agencies to establish an integrated and coordinated program.
• Performs case management, prepares case histories, court documents and other reports, memos, and correspondence.
• Maintains accurate records of client activities.
• Participates in meetings.

Examples of Other Duties Makes home visits and provides transportation for patients / clients. Assists sick or injured senior adults until medical personnel arrive at the scene. Attends training and seminars. Performs other related duties as required.

NOTE : The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Plus

Two years' experience rendering professional social work services.

Education beyond a master's degree from an accredited college or university in the field of social work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of one year for the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications

At least two years' experience providing counseling services

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a license, issued by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners, as a Licensed Social Worker is required at the time of application. Some positions may require possession of a LCSW-Clinical license issued by the Maryland Board of Social Workers at the time of application.

Possession of a valid license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license may be required for some positions at the time of appointment.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications, and education beyond high school to meet the required qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcript must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and / or Educationwill result in your application not being considered.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ( )

Mail or deliver documents to :

ATTN : Social Worker II-Merit

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are accepted.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of the training and experience as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation.

Conditions of Employment

Some positions may require satisfactory completion of County sponsored CPR and First Aid training.

Employees must maintain licenses and certifications throughout the course of their employment.

Some positions in this classification may be required to respond to emergency situations and work overtime with little or no notice.

Some positions require employees to complete an approved training program and must pass a competency test by the second training available after appointment to this classification.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification is essentially sedentary but may include occasional walking, standing, and / or other limited physical activities. Some positions within this classification require traveling between work sites.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks

Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace

All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace

Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance

General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.

Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program

Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include :

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and / or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional / Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement

Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave

Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Personal Leave

Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Jury Leave

Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union

Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit

Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance

70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation

Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

01

The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History / Experience section of this application. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer / organization and dates of the specific experience.

02

Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience / History" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

03

Are you currently a merit (full-time), non-merit (part-time), or temporary employee of the Baltimore County General Government?Employees of Baltimore County Public Schools, Baltimore County Public Library, Baltimore County's court systems or Baltimore County Community College and employees of temporary services used by the County are not considered employees of the Baltimore County General Government.

04

Select the type of driver's license you currently hold. Be sure you have provided your driver's license number, class and state in the previous section of this application.

05

Applicants are required to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and / or Education to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. You must submit this proof as instructed on the job posting. If you do not submit the transcript(s) or license(s), your application will not be considered further.

06

Select the option that best describes your level of education and experience.

07

Select the option that best describes the type of social work license that you possess.

08

Please provide your Social Work license number and expiration date in the space below.

09

Are you approved or eligible to be approved for a supervisor certificate approved by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners?

10

Select the types of human service and / or social work programs where you have specific program management experience. Check all that apply.

11

Describe your experience in the area(s) that you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. This work experience must appear on your application.

12

Do you have strong clinical skills plus the understanding of the family dynamics as it relates to trauma?

13

Do you have experience with conducting family risk and needs assessments to children affected by trauma?

14

Select the language(s), other than English, in which you are proficient in reading, writing and / or speaking. If you choose "Other" please list in the following question.

15

If you chose "Other" in the previous question, list the languages other than Spanish, Russian or English with which you are proficient in speaking, reading and / or writing.If you chose "Not Applicable" enter N / A.

16

The work of this classification is essentially sedentary but may include occasional walking, standing, and / or other limited physical activities Are you willing and able to accept this condition of employment?

17

Are you willing to work in a position that requires travel between work sites using your personal transportation? A mileage allowance, set by Baltimore County Policy, shall be paid to County employees who use their privately-owned vehicles for official County travel necessary to carry out the required or authorized duties of their positions.

18

Applicants selected to some Social Work positions may be required to provide the employer with a telephone number at which they can be reached during work or non-work hours.Are you willing and able to accept this condition of employment?

19

Some positions in this classification may be required to respond to emergency situations and work overtime with little or no notice. Are you willing and able to accept this condition of employment?

20

Some positions require working evenings and weekends to provide in-home therapy to children and families. Are you willing and able to accept this condition of employment?

21

Applicants selected to Social Work positions are required to meet mandatory standards for continuing education in order to maintain licensure. Are you willing and able to accept this condition of employment?

22

Applicants selected to Social Work positions in the Department of Social Services, who have not already done so, must complete an approved training program and pass a competency test in order to pass their probationary period and continue employment.Are you willing and able to accept this condition of employment?

23

Applicants selected to Social Work positions must maintain licenses and certifications throughout the course of their employment. Are you willing and able to accept this condition of employment?

24

This position may require satisfactory completion of County sponsored CPR / AED / First Aid training. Certification must be maintained throughout employment. Are you willing and able to accept this condition of employment?

25

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checksAre you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment?

26

I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, my e-mail address, and my contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in my not receiving information regarding this job announcement and / or may result in my not being further considered for this employment opportunity. To update this information, visit www.governmentjobs.com, click on the "career seekers" link, and follow the prompts.

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