SOCIAL WORKER II, CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Introduction

GRADE

ASTD17

LOCATION OF POSITION

MD Department of Labor (Headquarters)

100 S. Charles Street

Baltimore, MD 21236

Main Purpose of Job

To represent Maryland Department of Labor (MD Labor) within the Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning (DWDAL) for the Correctional Education (CE) Special Education program. To provide services to students with disabilities who attend a CE school located within the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) facilities. To report to MD Labor headquarters in Baltimore, MD. The Licensed Certified Social Worker â Clinical (LCSW-C) will work primarily with the CE Special Education Coordinator, the CE Special Education related service providers, the CE Special Education Teachers/Case Managers, the CE school principals, and the CE Special Education Data Manager/Individual Education Program (IEP) Specialist. This individual will provide the following services for students on their caseload, primarily ages 18 to 21: Representation at child-find, amendment, annual, and triennial IEP and 504 meetings if the individual has provided counseling services, conducted in-person student observations and/or informal assessments, and/or collaborated with the Special Education Teacher/Case Manager in regard to the needs of the student. The LCSW-C will complete assigned documentation on the Maryland Online IEP (MOIEP) system to uphold the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) and the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) guidelines. This individual will maintain strict confidentiality of studentsâ records in accordance with policies outlined by IDEA, COMAR, MSDE, MD Labor, CE, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

POSITION DUTIES

Duties of this position includes but are not limited to:

IEP Related Services Implementation

• Provide quality and timely in-person counseling services in accordance with students'' IEP goal(s), objective(s), and related service hours
• Provide one''s own transportation for travel to and from one''s assigned CE schools on a monthly and/or bi-weekly basis
• Bi-weekly, document the time, date, and content of students'' counseling sessions on MOIEP and Good related service provider tracking document
• Triennially, complete student''s IEP Progress Reports based on their goal(s)
• Consult with the student''s IEP Progress Reports based on their goal(s)
• Consult with the student''s teacher(s), related service provider(s), and parent/guardian to discuss the student''s growth, struggles, and needs as they relate to counseling goal(s)

IEP Meeting and 504 Plan Participation Â

• Attend child-find, IEP, and 504 Plan meetings at assigned schools to assist in student eligibility, program planning, and revision of documents Â
• Conduct consultation sessions with studentsâ teacher(s), parent/guardian, related service provider(s), DPSCS case manager(s) and/or the Special Education Coordinator as part of the studentâs interdisciplinary teamÂ
• Use a wide range of resources and measurements to conduct in-person informal assessments and observations to determine studentsâ need for services, and provide the results in a clear and organized comprehensive assessment reportÂ
• Interpret and discuss the treatment recommendations at a studentsâ child-find, IEP, or 504 Plan meeting as reflected in the comprehensive assessment report Â
• Write MOIEP present levels of academic achievement and functional present levels of academic achievement and functional performance (PLAAFPs) based on the comprehensive assessment report, and if applicable, identify goal(s), objective(s), supplementary aid(s), and related services Â
• Document on MOIEP contact made to studentsâ parent/guardian and the time, date, and contentÂ

Communication and Collaboration Â

• Communicate with the Special Education Coordinator if absences or delays are expected in regard to work attendance, field visits, or paperwork: An email, phone call, and/or text is to be sent prior to the absence or delayÂ
• Communicate with the school principal and Special Education Teacher with a minimum of 1 week advance notice to conduct informal assessments and/or observations, attend IEP or 504 Plan meetings, conduct counseling sessions, and/or collaborate with staffÂ
• Attend professional development that is hosted by CE and the CE Special Education program  Â
• Maintain a daily Google Calendar of oneâs scheduled events, due to the Special Education Coordinator by the last day of the work week for the following weekÂ
• Collaborate with the Special Education Coordinator to provide ideas and resources for CE staff professional development in relation to counseling and social work related services

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Experience: Two years of experience providing clinical and therapeutic social work services through the application of the principles, methods and procedures of professional social work to clients requiring rehabilitative counseling.

Note: Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at the rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a commissioned officer in Social Work classifications or Social Work specialty codes in Social Science, Psychology or Welfare fields of work for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1.One (1) year of experience counseling students within a school setting between the ages of 14 - 21.

2. One (1) year of experience collaborating with various professionals on a multidisciplinary team to develop IEPs and/or 504 Plans.

3. One (1) year of experience collaborating with co-workers to provide professional development for employees.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Employees are required to be licensed as a 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 operatorâs 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.

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 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.

Resumes are acceptable as additional information only; however, the application must be completed in its entirety or it will be subject to rejection.

All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.

For positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc:

Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

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.

• Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

U.S. Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. Any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing a U.S. Military form DD 214 verifying honorable discharge from service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Permanent State employees do not need to submit proof of Veteransâ status.Â

If you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via email to brittany.small@maryland.gov. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.

PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION

Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:

MD Department of Labor/Office of Human Resources

Attn: 2-002004-0002/ (Social Worker II, Criminal Justice)

100 S. Charles Street

Baltimore, MD 21201

The MD State Application Form can be found online

Maryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of MDOL that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.