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Frederick, MD - USA

Yearly Salary drjobs

$ 60987 - 98313

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Introduction

This is a repost. Previous applicants need not reapply.

The Department of Juvenile Services Juvenile Services Education Program (JSEP) is seeking to fill a School Social Worker position located in Frederick County. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of vulnerable youth while contributing to the betterment of our community.

GRADE

ASTD16

LOCATION OF POSITION

Victor Cullen School
6000Cullen Drive
SabillasvilleMD 21780

Main Purpose of Job

The principle tasks of the School Social Worker are to help students and families make the best use of available opportunities and resources and to fully develop each students individual potential. The School Social Worker brings to the educational process an understanding of the psychosocial development of children and the influences of family community and cultural differences as they interact with the educational process. The incumbent will maintain a presence in the school engage with students and staff.

The School Social Worker provides the necessary professional skills to assist students and communities in problem solving and conflict resolution in a safe and healthy manner. School Social Work is founded on the following premises:

  • Definite and identifiable reasons exist why some students are not successful in school and exhibit undesirable behavior (including atrisk factors dropping out and trauma).
  • It is critical to assist teachers and families in alleviating adverse conditions in order to promote resiliency and academic success for at risk students.
  • It is important to assist parents and school personnel in utilizing school and community resources to help children maximize their educational abilities.
  • Parental involvement with the school is essential to create positive academic and social outcomes for students.
  • It is essential that school staff listens to and respects the feelings and sensitivities of students and parents of all cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
  • Education becomes a successful experience for students who are helped to overcome the social and emotional problems interfering with adjustment and achievement in school.
  • Special education and related services must be provided for students with physical mental social emotional or other educational disabilities.
  • Social justice and equal opportunity for all students and families will increase educational attainment and enhance the educational experience for everyone.

This position requires assignment to multiple sites to provide systemic support.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Experience: None

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Hold or be eligible for School Social Worker Certification issued by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). Please attach a copy of your certification to your application.

Previous experience with children and working with a special needs population.

Experience with educational agencies and interdisciplinary teams.

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Interpersonal skills that bring about effective communication and positive interactions with students.

LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Employees are required to be licensed as a Graduate Social Worker (on or by June 30 2018 Master Social Worker (on or after July 12018 Certified Social Worker or Certified Social WorkerClinical by the 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 hiring department.

2. 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 operators license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Employees are required to meet mandatory standards for continuing education as determined by the hiring department. Employees who fail to obtain the required continuing education credits shall be subject to disciplinary action including demotion suspension and dismissal.
2. Employees of the Department of Juvenile Services must complete an approved training program in group counseling techniques.
3. Employees of the Department of Juvenile Services may be required to complete the Level I Counseling course certified by the Maryland AIDS Professional Education Center.
4. Employees of the Department of Juvenile Services are required to qualify for and successfully complete the Entry Level Training Academy operated by the Police and Correctional Training Commissions.

SELECTION PROCESS

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 will not consider information submitted after this candidates will be placed on theeligible (employment) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

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

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is preferred. However if you are unable to apply online you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to the address below or fax a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to the fax number below. If you choose to fax or use regular mail you must include on each page of the attachment your First and Last Name the Recruitment Number located at the top of the bulletin and the last four digits of your SS#. The paper application and supplemental questionnairemust be received by 5 p.m. on the closing date for this recruitment. Postmarked applications will not be accepted after the closing date. Incorrect and incomplete application forms will not be accepted.

Maryland Department of Juvenile Services
OHRRecruitment & ExaminationUnit
Attn: Laurita Lesperance Recruitment #
217 E. Redwood Street
Baltimore MD 21202

Fax number

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required please contact the DJS Office of Human Resources at Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of the bulletin.

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

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.

Candidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.

Employment Type

Full-Time

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