What are the responsibilities and job description for the SOCIAL WORKER II, HEALTH SERVICES position at State of Maryland - Maryland Department of Health?
Introduction
The State of Maryland is seeking Social Work professionals to fill full performance and intermediate positions in the state as Social Worker II, Health Services. NOTE: If you are a current or former employee of the US Federal Government or a current employee of Maryland State Government, you may wish to apply through the Federal Hiring Initiative (FHI). Applications received through the FHI will receive priority consideration.� Federal Hiring Initiative Social Worker postings will be open for application from 10/15/2025 to 10/29/2025.� For Federal Hiring Initiative Social Worker postings, click here.
GRADE
17
Main Purpose of Job
Social Worker II, Health Services is the full performance level of professional clinical social work providing direct social work services to clients in a special population in a health care setting. The nature of the work may require evening and weekend hours.� Work is performed in hospitals, residential facilities, clinics or local health units.�
MINIMUM EDUCATION OR GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Education:� Determined by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners under the licensing requirements for Social Workers. Experience:� Two years experience rendering clinical social work services in a health care or treatment setting subsequent to the receipt of an approved Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
1. Candidates must be licensed as a Certified Social Worker or Certified Social Worker, Clinical by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners prior to appointment to a position in State service. Please upload a copy of your current license�to your application. 2. Candidates appointed to positions in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of an automobile. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess an appropriate operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.�Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.� Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.�Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable.�For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).�Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date.�Information submitted after this date will not be added.�Candidates may remain on the�certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online,�the paper application may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.� The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.� If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.� If unable to upload, please fax requested information only to 410-333-5689.� Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.� For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the�MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.�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.� Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
BENEFITS
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies. 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.
Salary : $70,743 - $110,288