This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.Pay Schedule XII, Grade 4M
A vacancy exists in Department of HHS/Finance & Administration Quality Improvement Division.
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 experiences 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), and/or degree(s), and/or professional license(s) certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Definition of Responsibility
Under general direction, ensures best practice administration of the social services component and supervises professional and support staff engaged in the practice of health and social services, aligned with given standards within the Health and Human Services Department.
Examples of Essential Duties
- Plans and coordinates development of leadership skills training for Continuous Quality Improvement, designing and conducting public service leadership training, learning circles and performance management aligned with accreditation standards.
- Interprets and assists in the development of standards, procedures, and policies governing the leadership functions and operation of the programs.
- Coordinates and develops projects relating to the enhancement of leadership skills, work safety and social work services of the programs.
- Integrates and coordinates the program activities with other agencies, institutions, and programs.
- Leads and coordinates regular interdisciplinary case conferences among programs.
- Selects, trains, supervises, and evaluates social workers and other professional and support personnel.
- Provides consultation to professional staff and outside agencies regarding supervisory and social work matters.
- Participates in the development and evaluation of supervisory effectiveness within the counseling or treatment programs for clients served and their families.
- Participates in the evaluation of supervisory notes reviews of clinical case record and identify training needs that may surface from trends in the review.
- Leads Performance Quality Improvement committees.
- Responsible for the organized and accessible maintenance of records and preparation of reports for the program assignments.
- Participates in the review of the budget as needed.
- Evaluates program effectiveness and efficiency.
- Coordinates and develops projects relating to the social work aspects of the total program.
Examples of Other Duties
Represents the agency or program at meetings and conferences. Participates in public relations and education regarding services provided. Performs other related duties as required.
Required Education and Experience
Possession of a master's degree in social work from a college or university approved by the Council of Social Work Education;
Plus
Four years' experience rendering professional social work services, two years of which were in a supervisory, consultant, or teaching capacity.
Education beyond a master's degree from an approved college or university in the field of social work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level)
- Thorough knowledge of social work principles and practices. Some knowledge of accreditation standards.
- Thorough knowledge of supervision of program staff, case management and case record review.
- Knowledge of social work program administration and evaluation.
- Skill in supervising and evaluating professional and non-professional staff.
- Skill in planning, organizing, evaluating, and developing various trainings for both in person and virtual platforms.
- Skill in interpreting Federal, State, and local regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
- Skill in the preparation of written correspondence and reports.
- Ability to effectively integrate and coordinate the activities of the program with other programs and services.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all contacts.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance)
- Thorough knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
- Thorough knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to the performance of duties.
- Thorough knowledge of the organization and operations of the department, County, and other agencies affiliated with the program.
- Skill in administering the social services program and its grants and budgets.
- Effective facilitation skills in groups and committees, that encourage engagement and delivery of timely outcomes from group members.
Licenses and Certificates
Possession of a license, issued by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners, as a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) is required at the time of application. Some positions require possession of a LCSW-Clinical license issued by the Maryland Board of Social Work 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 within this classification 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 and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
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)
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application. Employees must maintain required licenses and certifications throughout the course of their employment.
Some positions require completion of 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 activity. 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.
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