APS Supervisory Social Worker: Lead Protective Services

Montgomery Co; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County seeks a Supervisory Social Worker for the Adult Protective Services program within the Aging & Disability Services division. This role supervises APS investigators and clinical staff, ensuring protective services for older adults and adults with disabilities across Montgomery County.

The position emphasizes leadership, inter‑disciplinary collaboration, and coordination of safety plans, with travel across the county and mandatory background checks. LCSW-C licensure is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work required.
• Four years of full-time social work experience in relevant fields.
• One year of supervisory or lead experience.
• Licensure requirements: LCSW-C or equivalent depending on COMAR.

Responsibilities

• Supervise up to 8 APS investigators and support staff.
• Provide direct clinical supervision to social workers and nurses.
• Collaborate with internal/external partners and EVAATF for elder abuse cases.
• Develop and monitor safety plans and service delivery for at-risk adults.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical supervision

Case management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Tools

eICM

CJAMS

E&E

Job description

Montgomery County seeks a Supervisory Social Worker for the Adult Protective Services program within the Aging & Disability Services division. This role supervises APS investigators and clinical staff, ensuring protective services for older adults and adults with disabilities across Montgomery County.

The position emphasizes leadership, inter‑disciplinary collaboration, and coordination of safety plans, with travel across the county and mandatory background checks. LCSW-C licensure is preferred.