Child Welfare Social Worker (Social Worker I/II, Grade 21/23)

Montgomery County, Maryland; Rockville (MD); Presencial; USD 73.000 - 111.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Montgomery County, Maryland is seeking compassionate Social Workers I/II to join the Department of Health and Human Services. The role entails providing clinical case management to children and families, with emphasis on safety, well-being, and permanency.

Candidates must hold an MSW, be LMSW licensed, and have a valid driver’s license; available to cover investigations, family preservation, and protective services while maintaining thorough documentation and court reports.

Formación

• Master’s degree in social work (MSW) from an accredited program meeting CSWE criteria.
• Licensed as LMSW or higher by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners.
• Valid driver’s license for field visits and home/community-based work.

Responsabilidades

• Provide advanced clinical social work and casework services to children and families.
• Write reports and service agreements; implement service plans.
• Liaise with hospitals, schools, and community resources; prepare court reports and testimony.

Conocimientos

Oral communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Judgment and decision-making

Educación

Master’s degree in social work (MSW)

Descripción del empleo

Please note: The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position is as follows, based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience:

Social Worker I, Grade21 $72,567- $80,748

Social Worker II, Grade 23: $78,929 - $110,520

WHO WE ARE

Montgomery County is located adjacent to Washington, D.C., and with over one million residents, is the most populous County in the State of Maryland. The County is also the most diverse County in the State and ranks among the top ten most diverse Counties in the nation. Montgomery County contains many major U.S. government offices, scientific research and learning centers, and business campuses.

The Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for delivery of the County’s public health and human services that meets the needs of our community’s most vulnerable children, adults and seniors. The Department provides services through more than 120 programs at more than 20 locations. With over 2,000 employees, the Department of Health and Human Services is the largest County Department.

As a department, we believe the health and wellness of the county can only be achieved by ensuring that every resident has fair opportunities to reach their fullest potential. This means access to quality housing, transportation, education, employment, health care, human services, safe neighborhoods, and healthy food. HHS provides critical services for residents who face a variety of obstacles in achieving their full potential. HHS plays an essential role in building a healthy and strong community.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Child Welfare Services (CWS) is dedicated to creating brighter futures for children and families throughout Montgomery County. Our team is committed to promoting the safety, well-being, and permanency of children while partnering with families and community organizations to build stronger, healthier, and more stable family lives.

We are seeking compassionate, dedicated, and experienced professionals to join our team as a Social Worker I/II and provide clinical case management services to children and families served by the agency. If you are an enthusiastic and knowledgeable professional looking for meaningful work where your expertise can truly make a difference, we invite you to apply!

This position provides social work services to children and families with child abuse/neglect issues. The primary workload will consist of a combination of the following specializations:

• Investigations
• Family preservation
• Protective services
• Screening reports of abuse/neglect
• Guardianship
• Foster care
• Adoption; and/or
• Other specialized responsibilities

Key responsibilities of this position will include, but will not be limited to:

• Providing advanced and specialized clinical social work and casework, or group work services, to clients and families of clients
• Writing reports and service agreements
• Implementing service agreements
• Liasing with professional and community resources, including hospitals and schools
• Preparing court reports and testifying
• Maintaining organized files and statistics

Work Schedule: Although the normal hours for CWS are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., staff providing direct services to children and families may need to work earlier or later to respond to case needs such as home visits, emergency removals, extended court hearings, other time-sensitive situations.

Driver’s License: This position REQUIRES a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive a County vehicle to conduct home, school, and community visits. The role also requires the ability to lift and carry children, equipment, and supplies and to safely navigate stairs and various home environments during fieldwork.

Medical and Background Protocol: The selected candidates for these positions will be subject to a pre-employment medical exam/drug screening and criminal history records check through the Maryland State Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. Candidates will also be checked through the Maryland Registry for Child Abuse and Neglect and federal and state sex offender registries. Any applicant who fails the medical exam, background check, or whose name appears on either of the registries may be disqualified from employment for this position.

If filled as a Social Worker I:

Education:

Possession of a master’s degree in social work (MSW) from an accredited college or university that meets the criteria of a graduate social work program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

Experience:

None

License:

• Must be licensed as a Licensed Master Social Worker – LMSW, or higher, by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners. Note: There will be no substitutions for this requirement.
• Driver’s License Required: Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid driver's license from the applicant's state of residence when required for job-related duties.

If filled as a Social Worker II

Education:

Possession of a master’s degree in social work (MSW) from an accredited college or university that meets the criteria of a graduate social work program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

Experience:

At least one year of social work experience under the supervision of an LCSW or LCSW-C in accordance with Maryland Board requirements.

License:

• Must be licensed as a Licensed Master Social Worker – LMSW, or higher, by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners. Note: There will be no substitutions for this requirement.
• Driver’s License Required: Possession and maintenance at all times of a driver's license from the applicant's state of residence when required for job-related duties.

Preference for interviews will be given to qualified candidates with experience in the following areas. Applicable experience in these areas must be included in your resume.

• Demonstration of strong oral and written communication skills and a familiarity with electronic databases.
• Demonstration of sound judgement and decision-making abilities in the social work field.
• An ability to work as part of a team.
• Demonstration of strong interpersonal skills and working in a multi-cultural environment.
• Knowledge of and experience in family court/writing court reports and providing testimony.