SOCIAL WORKER II, HEALTH SERVICES

JobAps; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State benefits

Job summary

JobAps in Maryland seeks a licensed Clinical Social Worker to provide mental health and substance use services at the Garrett County Health Department. You will conduct diagnostics and assessments, and deliver care in office or school settings, upholding professional integrity and clinical excellence.

The role requires a Master’s in Social Work and licensure by the Maryland State Board, plus at least two years of post-MSW clinical experience.

Qualifications

• MSW from an accredited program; licensure via Maryland MSBSE.
• Two years of clinical social work experience post-MSW.
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities and prioritize work.
• Licensed as CSW or LCSW per Maryland Board; license verification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health and/or substance use services to clients.
• Complete mental health diagnostics and substance use assessments.
• Deliver services at approved office and/or school locations.
• Demonstrate integrity, clinical excellence, accountability, and effective communication with clients and colleagues.

Skills

CBT

DBT

Time management

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Job description

GRADE

ASTD17

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Garrett County Health Department

Oakland, MD 21550

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this 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: Two years of experience rendering clinical social work services in a health care or treatment setting subsequent to the receipt of an approved Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university.

Note: Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a commissioned officer in Social Work classifications or Social Work specialty codes in the Social Science, Psychology, and Welfare field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess the following:

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

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Candidates must be licensed as a Certified Social Worker or Certified Social Worker, Clinical 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

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

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.