SOCIAL WORKER I, HEALTH SERVICES ((FULL-TIME CONTRACTUAL))

JobAps; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

JobAps seeks a full-time contractual Mental Health/Substance Use Counselor for the Garrett County Center for Behavioral Health in Oakland, MD.

The role provides individual and group counseling, completes assessments, and may serve at multiple approved locations, requiring integrity, reliability and clear communication with clients and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Licensed as Graduate Social Worker or MSW license eligibility under Maryland rules.
• Experience: none required; candidates may have related practicum experience.
• Preferred: experience with CBT or DBT modalities.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling.
• Complete mental health diagnostics and substance use assessments.
• Deliver services at approved office locations and school locations.

Skills

CBT

DBT

Multi-tasking

Education

MSW license eligibility

Job description

GRADE

ASTD16

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Garrett County Health Department
Oakland, MD 21550

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this full-time contractual position is to provide mental health and/or substance-related disorder services to clients of the Garrett County Center for Behavioral Health, including individual and group counseling services. This position will complete mental health diagnostics and/or substance use assessments and evaluations. This position will provide services at any approved office location and/or a school location. The incumbent should be committed to professional integrity and clinical excellence and must demonstrate accountability, reliability, efficient time management, and effective, transparent communication with clients and colleagues.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Experience: None.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience using evidence-based treatment modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), is preferred.
• Experience managing multiple responsibilities and prioritizing work effectively.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Candidates must be licensed as a Graduate Social Worker (on or by June 30, 2018), Master Social Worker (on or after July 1, 2018) or Certified Social Worker by the Maryland 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 Maryland Department of Health‑Testing Unit.
• Candidates appointed to positions in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of an automobile. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess an appropriate operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract, and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits.

You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12-month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

Equal Opportunity

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People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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