CASEWORK SPECIALIST FS, SOCIAL WORKER I FS, SOCIAL WORKER II, FS

This recruitment is being conducted to fill a vacancy at the Kent County Department of Social Services. Candidates will be considered from three different classifications: Casework Specialist Family Services, Social Worker I Family Services and Social Worker II Family Services. Applicants are encouraged to apply for any or all of the classifications for which they meet the minimum qualifications.

Casework Specialist, Family Services: Grade 14 Salary Range $38,117 to $60,481

Social Worker I, Family Services: Grade 15 Salary Range $40,547 to $64,536

Social Worker II, Family Services: Grade 16 Salary Range $43,153 to $68,887

DHR/ Kent County Department of Social Services
Services Unit
350 High Street Chesterstown, Maryland 21620

To provide comprehensive In-Home Services case management, which includes Continuing Child Protective Services, Services To Families with Children, and Families Now.  This worker also conducts investigation of child abuse and neglect.

Education: (All three levels):

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

This classification requires a Master’s in “Social Work” (MSW).  

(IMPORTANT, PLEASE NOTE:  A master’s degree with the specific major title of “Social Work” is the only acceptable education qualification for this classification. You must possess an MSW to meet minimum education qualifications for this classification.  There are no substitutions.)

Experience: 

Social Worker I and Casework Specialist Family Services:  None

Social Worker II Family Services:  One year of experience providing child welfare or adult services to vulnerable children, individuals or families.

Note: These requirements are established by the Social Services Administration by authority provided in Section 1 of Article 88A of the Annotated Code of Maryland. The Department of Budget and Management, Office of Personnel Services and Benefits does not have the authority to accept substitutions or equivalents.

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.

1. Employees who have not already done so must complete an approved training program and pass a competency test before being granted permanent employment status.

2. Employees are required to meet mandatory standards for continuing education as determined by the Department of Human Resources. Employees who fail to obtain the required continuing education credits shall be subject to disciplinary action including demotion, suspension and dismissal.

3. Employees in this classification may be required to provide the employer with a telephone number at which they can be reached.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application (and on separate pages, if necessary) 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.  Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position.

The incumbent in this position is a member of a covered bargaining unit and will be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS 

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, please click on the links below.  The links will bring you to the Open and Continuous Recruitment Announcement for the classification indicated. To be considered for this vacancy, your application(s) must be completed and submitted by 11:59 PM, March 12, 2014. Please note: If your application is approved for any or all levels but you are not selected for this vacancy, you may be considered for future vacancies in other Local Departments of Social Services. In addition to Kent County, please indicate on your application any other counties for which you are willing to accept employment.

Click here to apply for Casework Specialist, Family Services

Click here to apply for Social Worker I, Family Services

Click here to apply for Social Worker II, Family Services

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be evaluated.  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. Credit may be given for relevant part-time, temporary, or volunteer experience, if you list the number of hours worked per week. 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. 

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must accompany the application.    Online applications are highly recommended.  However, the paper application may be submitted to: DHR Examination Services Unit, 311 W. Saratoga Street, First Floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21201; Fax 410-333-0882; Email dhr.esu@maryland.gov; Voice 410-767-7414, toll-free: 1-800-332-6347.  The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment.  No postmarks will be accepted.   Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.  Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: Voice 410-767-7414, toll-free: 1-800-332-6347. TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay. If you need to submit additional information, the preferred method is to upload.  If unable to upload, please fax requested information only to 410-333-0882. Please do not submit unsolicited information.

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