STAFF ASSISTANT, CRBC

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Department of Human Services

The main purpose of this position is to provide guidance, policy expertise, and other services to gubernatorally-appointed citizen review boards in one or more jurisdictions of the state. The boards conduct case reviews, monitor child welfare programs and makes recommendations for system improvement in order to enhance the management of individual children’s cases as well as the administration of the system as a whole. Goals are that children will be safe, be placed in stable, permanent living arrangements without undue delay; enjoy continuity of relationships; and have the opportunity to develop to their full potential.

Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.

 

Education:   A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Three years of social casework experience providing professional community organization services in a child or adolescent services program or as an advocate in a child welfare program.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute additional social casework experience providing professional community organization services in a child or adolescent services program or as an advocate in a child welfare program on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute graduate credit hours in social work, community organization or public administration from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis for two years of the related experience.

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

1.  One year of experience reviewing and monitoring child welfare cases.

2.  One year of experience providing guidance,  policy expertise and jurisdictions with a state human service program.

3.  One year of experience working with senior level management.   

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.

Employees in this classification may be required to have daily use of a motor vehicle while on official State business. Standard mileage allowance will be paid for use of a privately owned vehicle.

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

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to, Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, 311 W. Saratoga Street, Room 135, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If unable to upload, please email requested information only to monique.robertson@maryland.gov. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by 5 p.m. on the closing day.

If you have any questions concerning the recruitment process for this position, please call 410-767-7416.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.