Family Support Services Social Worker - Non-Merit

Baltimore County; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Job summary

Baltimore County invites applications for a full-time Family Support Services Social Worker in the Circuit Court of Baltimore County. The role reports to the Family Services Coordinator and focuses on families involved in family law matters, including needs assessments and coordination at the Visitation Center of Baltimore County (VCBC).

Responsibilities include conducting home assessments, preparing court reports, providing client orientations, and delivering expert witness testimony as

Qualifications

• Must hold a Maryland LGSW or LCSW license.
• Strong written and oral communication skills required.
• Ability to conduct home assessments and prepare reports for the Court.

Responsibilities

• Assess family needs and identify obstacles to safe custody or access.
• Conduct home assessments and prepare comprehensive reports for the Court.
• Provide expert witness testimony as needed.
• Coordinate client orientations and services at the Visitation Center.
• Collaborate with Court personnel, attorneys, and partner agencies to ensure timely service.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

Time management

Independent work

Court testimony

Education

LGSW or LCSW Clinical License (MD)

Job description

Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week.

A full-time, non-merit vacancy, with full County benefits, exists in the Circuit Court of Baltimore County.

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice.

Definition of Responsibility

The Family Support Services Social Worker serves under the general direction of the Family Services Coordinator. This position requires a dedicated and skilled Family Services Social Worker to support families involved in family law matters. This position conducts needs assessments, identifies custody and access barriers, and provides professional recommendations to the Court. The Family Services Social Worker also plays a key role in service delivery at the Visitation Center of Baltimore County (VCBC), including client orientations, scheduling, and coordination of on-site services. This is a full-time, grant-funded position.

Essential Job Duties

• Assess family needs and identify obstacles to safe custody or access in family law cases.
• Conducts home assessments and background investigations, preparing accurate, comprehensive reports for the Court.
• Provides expert witness testimony as needed.
• Provides client orientations, scheduling assistance, and general support for families utilizing the Visitation Center.
• Collaborates with Court personnel, attorneys, and partner agencies to ensure effective and timely service delivery.
• Maintains detailed documentation, case files, and service records according to Court standards and guidelines.

Examples of Other Duties

• Performs other assigned duties or tasks as required.

Qualifications

Possession of a LGSW or LCSW Clinical License issued by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners

Plus

Two years of social work experience in a family-related practice area.

Preferred Qualifications

LCSW-C license with diagnostic experience in substance abuse, domestic violence, mental health, or other family-related fields. Prefer a creative, motivated professional with program development experience to enhance the services offered at the Visitation Center of Baltimore County

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, procedures, and guidelines related to family services.
• Basic knowledge of family law procedures and available family support services.
• Knowledge of child development, substance abuse, intimate partner violence, mental illness and family systems.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and promptly follow up on Visitation Center referrals and program needs.
• Ability to work outside of court hours when necessary
• Skill in evaluating family dynamics, preparing accurate reports, and providing expert witness testimony when required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent writing skills and attention to detail.

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).

Conditions of Employment

Work is primarily sedentary but may occasionally require movement throughout the building, lifting boxes, or other limited physical activities.

Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

• Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include: Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.
• Life Insurance: In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week. Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.
• Retirement: Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.
• Paid Leave: Sick Leave - Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement. Vacation Leave - Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally. Holidays - Part‑time 30 to 39 hour non‑merit or non‑classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part‑time, non‑merit or non‑classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday. Bereavement Leave Jury Leave Military Leave
• Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union: Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.
• Direct Deposit: Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.
• Deferred Compensation: Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.
• Disclaimer: This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace

All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace

Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Employee Assistance Program

Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance

In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Benefits

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include: Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance

In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week. Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement

Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave

Sick Leave - Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement. Vacation Leave - Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally. Holidays - Part‑time 30 to 39 hour non‑merit or non‑classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part‑time, non‑merit or non‑classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday. Bereavement Leave Jury Leave Military Leave

Holidays

Part‑time 30 to 39 hour non‑merit or non‑classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part‑time, non‑merit or non‑classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union

Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit

Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Deferred Compensation

Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.