Criminal Justice Social Worker I — Restorative & Release

State of Maryland; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension

Paid time off

Job summary

State of Maryland’s Patuxent Institution seeks a Social Worker I, Criminal Justice to deliver direct social work services to incarcerated individuals. duties include assessments, diagnostic interviews, mental status checks, and facilitating group or individual psychotherapy as part of treatment programs.

Responsibilities also cover release planning and post-release supervision, with mandatory licensure and state education requirements, and a strong focus on crisis intervention when needed.

Qualifications

• Social work licensure requirements must be met prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Conducts social history assessments, diagnostic interviews, mental status assessments, and other assessments as assigned.
• Provides direct psychotherapeutic services, including cognitive-behavioral group and individual therapy as appropriate.
• Engages in release planning and/or supervision of incarcerated individuals in the community.

Education

Licensed Social Worker (Graduate or Master) per Maryland State Board requirements

Tools

Motor vehicle operator’s license

Job description

State of Maryland’s Patuxent Institution seeks a Social Worker I, Criminal Justice to deliver direct social work services to incarcerated individuals. duties include assessments, diagnostic interviews, mental status checks, and facilitating group or individual psychotherapy as part of treatment programs.

Responsibilities also cover release planning and post-release supervision, with mandatory licensure and state education requirements, and a strong focus on crisis intervention when needed.