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

A vacancy exists in the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Advocacy Center.

Definition of ResponsibilitiesThis position requires experience in working with youth who have experienced trauma related to sexual abuse. Training in evidence-based therapy modalities is required for this position.

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 transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions 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.

Job Purpose
Under general supervision, conducts psychosocial evaluations and provides individual, group, and family therapies within a multi-disciplinary team framework.
Essential Job Duties 

• Provides extensive counseling and crisis intervention services for children affected by trauma.
• Interviews customers; identifies, assesses, and evaluates strengths and needs, if circumstances are family functioning, as well as receptiveness to services.
• Composes and complies treatment plans and evaluative reports; makes referrals and linkages as appropriate.
• Provides consultation services to the support staff of the Child Advocacy Center.
  Develops and/or participates in public awareness and educational programs.
• Assists in policy formation and assures that services assigned are carried out effectively.
• May supervise and/or train subordinate personnel.
• Completes assigned work as outlines in various manuals in a clear and consistent manner.
• Maintains case records, case plans, and other required documentation in accordance with program and local policy requirements and guidelines.

Emergency Operations: Participates as needed in agency’s mandated obligation to provide mass care and shelter under direction of County or State Emergency Operations Center.Examples of Other Duties
Provides customer service to both internal and external customers that meets or exceeds the standards set by the Department.Clinically assesses safety factors and risk factors.Interprets and applies existing laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to social service programs.Prioritizes workload to meet timeliness standards.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.Required Qualifications
Possession of a master's degree in social work from a college or university approved by the Council of Social Work Education;
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

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and theories of social work and human behavior.
• Knowledge of the diagnosis, treatment, and management of social, emotional, and mental dysfunctions.
• Knowledge of current social, economic, and health problems.
• Knowledge of individual, family, and group therapy dynamics and techniques.
• Knowledge of social work programs, and program evaluation methods. 
• Knowledge of alternate and additional resources for clients/patients. 
• Skill in applying social work theories and principles to individuals in a social work program.
• Skill in the development of effective treatment or service programs for individuals and their families and in providing crisis intervention. 
• Skill in leading goal-oriented and long-term individual, family, and group counseling or therapy sessions. 
• Skill in interpreting and applying Federal, State, and local guidelines, regulations, and procedures. 
• Skill in preparing accurate and complete, forms, case histories, and reports.
• Skill in establishing rapport with clients/patients. 
• Good interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with all contacts. 
• Ability to assist in the evaluation of programs and services.
• Ability to instruct and to set standards for assigned program and services. 
• Ability to review and coordinate the work of others.

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. (www.WES.org)

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.

Employees hired after July 1, 2022 are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System, with very limited exceptions. 
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