SOCIAL WORKER I, CRIMINAL JUSTICE

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Maryland's Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) seeks passionate individuals for the role of Social Worker I, Criminal Justice, to transform lives and contribute to safer communities across Maryland. Join a state agency committed to youth development and equitable systems while supporting families and communities.

Positions are located throughout Maryland with ongoing recruitment. Applicants should indicate all work locations they are willing to work at when applying, and

Qualifications

• Education: Determined by the State Board of Social Work Examiners under the licensing requirements for Social Workers.
• Experience: None

Education

Education : Determined by the State Board of Social Work Examiners under the licensing requirements for Social Workers.

Job description

Mission statement

To transform young people’s lives, create safer communities, and forge more equitable systems through community-based partnerships that hold youth accountable while building on their strengths and support systems.

Vision Statement

Providing pathways to success for youth and families through partnerships across Maryland.

GRADE

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LOCATION OF POSITION

Positions are located throughout the State of Maryland. This recruitment is continuous and does not close. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis, and the resulting eligible list will be used to fill current and future vacancies at the locations listed below. When completing your application, please select all locations where you are willing to work.

Green Ridge Youth Center - Allegany County

10700 15 Mile Creek Road

Flintstone, MD 21530

Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center - Baltimore City

300 N Gay Street

Baltimore, MD 21202

Charles H. Hickey, Jr. School - Baltimore County

9700 Old Harford Road

Baltimore, MD 21234

Victor Cullen Center - Frederick County

6000 Cullen Drive

Sabillasville, MD 21780

Backbone Mountain Youth Center - Garrett County

124 Camp 4 Road

Swanton, MD 21561

Cheltenham Youth Detention Center - Prince George’s County

11003 Frank Tippett Road

Cheltenham, MD 20623

Western Maryland Children’s Center - Washington County

18420 Roxbury Road

Hagerstown, MD 21740

Lower Eastern Shore Children’s Center - Wicomico County

405 W Naylor Mill Road

Salisbury, MD 21801

Main Purpose of Job

The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role of Social Worker I, Criminal Justice, so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!

Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS!

The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role of Social Worker I, Criminal Justice, so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!

Minimum Qualifications

• Education : Determined by the State Board of Social Work Examiners under the licensing requirements for Social Workers.
• Experience : None

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Employees are required to be licensed as a Graduate Social Worker (on or by June 30, 2018), Master Social Worker (on or after July 1,2018, Certified Social Worker or Certified Social Worker-Clinical by the State Board of Social Work Examiners prior to appointment to a position in State service. Applicants who do not have a license may also apply pending receipt of the required license. When the license is obtained, submit a copy to the hiring department.
• Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

Special Requirements

• Employees are required to meet mandatory standards for continuing education as determined by the hiring department. Employees who fail to obtain the required continuing education credits shall be subject to disciplinary action including demotion, suspension and dismissal.
• Employees of the Department of Juvenile Services must complete an approved training program in group counseling techniques.
• Employees of the Department of Juvenile Services may be required to complete the Level I Counseling course certified by the Maryland AIDS Professional Education Center.
• Employees of the Department of Juvenile Services are required to qualify for and successfully complete the Entry Level Training Academy operated by the Police and Correctional Training Commissions.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your completed application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Candidates will remain on the certified eligible list for one (1) year. The resulting certified eligible list from this recruitment may be used to fill similar positions of the same classification in this or other State agencies.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment will involve a rating of your application based on your education, training, and/or experience as it relates to the position's requirements. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Please report all relevant experience and education. For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of equivalent American education, as determined by a Foreign Credential Evaluation Service, at the time of hire .

Please complete the supplemental questionnaire, if applicable. They will be used when rating applications. Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your completed application to receive credit. Missing or incomplete supplemental questionnaires may impact the overall rating of your completed application.

If you are a Veteran applying for this position, please submit your DD 214 Long Form with your completed application to receive proper credit.

As an equal-opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.

Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments.

Candidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.