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School Social Worker
Job Location:
Job Location:
Montgomery, TX - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 66314 - 103309
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
23 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
20 August 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Introduction
GRADE
ASTD16
LOCATION OF POSITION
Alfred D. Noyes Childrens Center
Juvenile Services Education Program
9925 Blackwell Rd Rockville MD 20850 (Montgomery County)
This position may require assignment to multiple sites to provide systemic support.
Main Purpose of Job
Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS!
The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives creating safer communities and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role of School Social Worker (Social Worker I Criminal Justice) so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!
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 at-risk 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.
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 Worker-Clinical 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 theDepartment of Juvenile Services must complete an approved training program in group counseling techniques.
3. Employees of theDepartment of Juvenile Services may be required to complete the Level I Counseling course certified by the Maryland AIDS Professional Education Center.
4. Employees of theDepartment 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 ensure that your completed application includes sufficient information to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All documentation related to your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; information received after this date will not be considered. Candidates who meet the qualifications will remain on the certified eligible list for a period of one (1) year. This list may also be used to fill similar positions within this classification in the future.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment may involve a rating of your application based on your education training and/or experience as it relates to the positions requirements. Therefore it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Please report all relevant experience and education. For education obtained outside the U.S. you will be required to provide proof of equivalent American education as determined by a Foreign Credential Evaluation Service at the time of hire. Please complete the supplemental questionnaire if applicable. They will be used when rating applications. Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your completed application to receive credit. Missing or incomplete supplemental questionnaires may impact the overall rating of your completed application.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
If you are a Veteran applying for this position please submit your DD 214 Long Form with your completed application to receive proper credit.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application process is STRONGLY recommended. However if you are unable to apply online you may submit a completed paper application and supplemental questionnaire responses via email or fax to the addresses provided below. If using fax or regular mail ensure each page includes your First and Last Name the Recruitment Number (located at the top of the posting) and the last four digits of your SS#. Paper application materials must be received by 5:00 PM on the closing date for the recruitment. Applications received after this time or those with incorrect forms will not be accepted. Postmarks will not be considered.
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services
OHR-Recruitment & Examination Unit
217 E. Redwood Street
Baltimore MD 21202
Attn: Recruitment #26-
Fax number
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system please contact the Maryland Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division at or .
Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required please contact the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services Recruitment and Examination Unit 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.
DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.
Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments.
Candidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal service to explore rewarding career opportunities.
