Job Abstract

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

POSTING DATE: 06/13/2024

CLOSING DATE: 09/13/2024 AT 12:00 MIDNIGHT

SALARY: $62,653.00 Annually

CLASS DESCRIPTION

Juvenile Court Services is seeking a licensed professional social worker to serve as a Juvenile Court Services Specialist. The Specialist will work under the direction of the Juvenile Court Services Coordinator.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• The Specialist will interview, and link children, adolescents, and families involved in the child welfare and delinquency system to appropriate community-based resources and provide case coordination services.
• Conduct assessments and develop service plans.
• Accompany families to Juvenile Court and testify when necessary.
• Facilitate emergency petitions and acute psychiatric admissions as needed.
• Complete case documentation and written court reports.
• Facilitate specialized groups for youth and parents.
• Assist with special projects and initiatives.
• Provide direct supervision for Social Work Interns and staff when directed.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: Have a master’s degree in social work or social science field with a professional license.

AND

EXPERIENCE: Have three years of experience providing direct counseling services, facilitating groups, and supervising staff and college students. Two years of experience developing programs and providing case coordination services. Detailed orientated, flexible, and have strong written and verbal communication skills. Must work well independently and exercise discretion in complex situations.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Candidate must have a master’s degree in social work (LMSW). Graduation from other social science related fields will be considered.

LCSW is required from the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners within six months of hire as a contingency for employment.

NOTE: Those eligible candidates who are under final consideration for appointment to positions in this class will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.

This position is open until filled.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to:

Ms. Jacqueline Hale

Circuit Court for Baltimore City

111 N. Calvert Street, Room 244 Baltimore, Maryland 21202

jacqueline.hale@mdcourts.gov

**No telephone calls, please**

www.baltimorecity.gov

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