Introduction
THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF THE BOARD OF SOCIAL WORK EXAMINERS ONLY.
GRADE
19
LOCATION OF POSITION
Board of Social Work Examiners
4201 Patterson Avenue
Baltimore MD 21215
Main Purpose of Job
The purpose of Health Occupations: Title 19Social Workers Annotated Code of Maryland is toprotect the public by setting minimum qualifications education training and experiencestandards for the licensing of individuals to practice social work in the State of Maryland.The main purpose of this position is to review evaluate and recommend applicants for licensure as social workers in the State of Maryland.
This position is eligible for hybrid telework 40 2 days weekly) which is subject to approval from the supervisor.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Determined by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners under the licensing requirements for Social Workers.
Experience: Six years experience rendering clinical social work services in a health care or treatment setting subsequent to the receipt of an approved Masters degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university. At least two years of the experience must have involved directing a clinical services program or unit or supervising Social Workers with master degrees.
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 yearforyear basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The desired candidate should possess:
- Experience approving licenses for advanced social workers in MD
- Experience with Microsoft Office Google Suites and Google Workspace
- Registered as a Board Approved Supervisor with the Maryland Board of Social Work
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURENT EMPLOYEES OF THE BOARD OF SOCIAL WORK EXAMINERS ONLY.
LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
1. Candidates must be licensed as a Certified Social WorkerClinical by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners prior to appointment to a position in State service. Applicants who do not have the license may also apply pending receipt of the required license. When the license is obtained submit a copy to theMaryland Department of HealthTesting Unit.
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 operators 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 thecertified 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
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However if you are unable to apply onlinethe paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH Recruitment and Selection Division 201 W. Preston St. Room 114B Baltimore MD 21201.Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm close of business on the closing date for the recruitment no postmarks will be accepted.
If additional information is required the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload please fax the requested informationto.Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
For questions regarding this recruitment please contact theMDH Recruitment and Selection Division at.
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 ator.
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: or MD TTY Relay Service.
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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 States diversity.