Social Worker II, Health Svcs CI

Maryland AG; Catonsville (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful Work

Excellent Health Benefits

Paid holidays & personal days

Pension & retirement plans

Job summary

Spring Grove Hospital Center in Catonsville, MD, part of the Maryland Department of Health, seeks a Social Worker II, Health Services to deliver psychosocial services to patients and families in a high‑volume clinical setting.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW‑C) and a Master’s degree in Social Work are required; two years of post‑degree clinical experience is expected. This essential position reports to the Behavioral Health Administration.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university.
• Two years of clinical social work experience in a health care or treatment setting.
• Licensure as a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C) in Maryland prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct social work services for psychosocial needs of patients and families.
• Work under the Behavioral Health Administration in a hospital setting.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams; ensure compliance with state requirements.

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Job description

Introduction

Spring Grove Hospital Center is the largest psychiatric hospital operated by the State of Maryland, with 377 beds. We are located in Catonsville, previously named by Money Magazine as one of the best places to live! Convenient to DC. Baltimore and BWI airport, our 180-acre wooded campus feels more like a college setting. Our mission is to provide quality mental health services to patients from across the State. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive health benefits package, 11 paid holidays and 6 personal days annually, pension and retirement savings plans, training opportunities, free onsite parking and much more! Join our team and be a part of the change!

GRADE

ASTD18

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Spring Grove Hospital Center
Catonsville, MD 21228

Main Purpose of Job

This is a Social Worker II, Health Services position, which functions at the full performance level of professional clinical social work providing direct social work services for the psychosocial needs of patients and families in a special population. This position is at Spring Grove Hospital Center under the Behavioral Health Administration. This position is considered an Essential Emergency Employee, receives general supervision and does not supervise. Although this position does not supervise, the incumbent must be licensed as a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C).

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.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. 1. 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.
2. 2. 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

The Maryland Department of Health offers the following benefits:

• Meaningful Work
• Excellent Health Benefits Package, including Medical, Vision, Prescription and Dental
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Reduced Child and Health Care)
• Generous Leave Benefits (6 Personal Days, 12 Regular Holidays, Annual Leave, 15 Sick Days)
• Retirement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules (where applicable)
• Free Mass Transit (Baltimore metro area)

For a full list of the benefits of working for the State of Maryland, please click the link below:

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
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People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
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