Director, Safe Place Advocacy Center (SOCIAL SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR IV)

• Program administration- administer Safe Place programs by planning, organizing and managing the operations, maintaining compliance with the expectations of the Washington County Department of Social Service and the grantors.
• Coordinate and provide site supervision and monitor professionals and services at the Safe Place Child Advocacy Center.
• Supervision-Provide direct supervision to Child Protective Services, Therapeutic and administrative team members.
• Facility Management-Manage the Safe Place facility and work environment involving oversight of such things as security, cleaning and equipment.
• Community Events, Outreach and Public Relations- Ensure that Safe Place participates in community events related to child abuse prevention and awareness. Monitor and assist with facilitation, training and outreach opportunities hosted by Safe Place.

Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire.

Education: A Master’s degree in social work from an accredited college or university approved by the Council on Social Work Education.

Experience: Seven years of professional experience in a social work capacity in a public or private agency or institution, five years must have been in an administrative supervisory or consultative capacity.

Notes:

1. These requirements are established by the Social Services Administration by authority provided in Human Services Article 4-204 of the Annotated Code of Maryland and the Maryland Department of Budget and Management, Office of Personnel Services and Benefits, does not have authority to accept substitutions or equivalents.

2. 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, and Welfare field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

• Six months experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, CJAMS and Google.
• One year experience in a supervisory or program administration role.
• One year experience in the child welfare field.
• One year experience collaborating with community partners and stakeholders.

1. Candidates for positions in this classification must be licensed by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners.

2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties are required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

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. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.

If you are a State service (State of Maryland government) and are a promotional candidate, your salary will be determined in accordance with Maryland Salary Guidelines.

As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental and vision offered a a low cost. CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE INFORMATION:STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

• Personal Leave-new State employees are awarded six (6) personal 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 birth of adoption of a child.
• Holidays- State employees also celebrate at least 12 holidays per year.
• Pension- State employees earn credits towards a retirement pension.
• Positions may be eligible for telework.

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application to: Washington County Department of Social Services, Attn: Kait McDermott, 122 N. Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740.

All mailed documents must include the applicant's name and job number, and must be received by 5 PM on the closing date. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the application.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If unable to upload, please email the requested information only to kait.mcdermott@maryland.gov. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by 5PM on the closing date.

If you have questions concerning this recruitment process, please contact 240-420-2139.

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.

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.