Social Worker IV

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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.

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This is a Limited Term Grant Funded Position with Benefits

The Prince George’s County Department of Health is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Social Worker 4, grade G27 position, in the Behavorial Health division.  This is a Limited Term Grant Funded (LTGF) position with benefits.

About the Position
This is a senior level professional and administrative position ensuring the provision of clinical services and support for the District Court, Mental Health Court Program, using professional social work or counseling theories, methodologies and practice standards. Incumbent will provide diagnostic evaluations and provide status updates of defendants during Mental Health Court pre-docket meetings and court hearings. Collaborates with state hospitals to ensure viable discharge plans for defendants returning to the community.

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.

• Attends and participates in weekly pre-docket and Mental Health Court hearings. Reports on the status of defendants during court hearings. 
• Collects, analyzes and interprets program data, submits bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports of program activities and accomplishments. 
• Conducts diagnostic evaluations on Mental Health Court referrals and participants which may occur in the Prince George's County jail. 
• Assists case managers with determining social work and mental health care required by complex patients/clients in crisis situations. 
• Monitors the SMART data tracking system to ensure compliance with the Office of Problem-Solving Court. 
• Collaborates with state hospitals to ensure viable discharge plans for defendants returning to the community.
  

• Graduation from an accredited college or university or equivalent program as determined by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners with a Master's Degree in Social Work.  
• Three (3) years Post Masters experience providing social work services including two (2) year of lead/supervisory responsibilities. 
• License to practice as a Social Worker in the state of Maryland: LCSW, LMSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, LCPC.

Any equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience may also be considered. Please note there is no equivalency for supervisory experience.  

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university or equivalent program as determined by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners with a Master's Degree in Social Work plus five (5) years of Post Masters experience providing social work services. 
• Graduation from an accredited college or university or equivalent program as determined by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists with a Master's Degree in Counseling, plus five (5) years of Post Master's experience providing counseling services.

Job Location: 14735 Main Street, Suite 173B, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Conditions of Employment:  Upon selection, the candidate must:

• Possession of a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) certified by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners at time of appointment. 
• Possession of a Licensed Professional Counselor (LCPC) or other license certified by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists. 
• Possession of a valid license to operate a motor vehicle when required for the performance of job-related duties at time of appointment.
• 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, if applicable. 
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable. 
• 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.

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED

Eligibility to Work:  Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
 
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS:If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice.  Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.

Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

Salary : $82,185 - $92,000