State of Maryland

This position is a part of the Child Protective Services (CPS) Unit and is responsible for leading and supporting efforts to reduce child maltreatment and fatalities.. Provides assistance to concerned citizens of Maryland by responding to concerns regarding the delivery of child welfare services; responses are generated in a time sensitive fashion on behalf of the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary for Department of Human Services, Executive and Deputy Executive Director for Social Services Administration, and Managers for various Child Welfare Programs.. Technical assistance is provided to related state agencies (i.e. the Department of Health (DMH), Department of Juvenile Services (DJS), and the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE. One year of experience using office software applications such as Google Workspace (Drive, Email, Docs, Sheets), Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and Smartsheet.. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to, Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, 311 W. Saratoga Street, Room 135, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.

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Introduction
\r\r\rWhen you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), you join a team of more than 5,000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than one million Marylanders each year.We do this by providing economic support, preventive services, and caring for children and adults.\r\r\rWe aim to deliver services so that we more quickly meet the needs of the people we serve. At DHS, we grapple with hard questions to find new ways to foster a culture of bold innovation. We do this to ensure that in Maryland, we leave no one behind.\r
GRADE
17 \r
LOCATION OF POSITION
Maryland Department of Human Services\rSocial Service Administration\r\rProtection, Preservation and Prevention Services\r\r311 W. Saratoga Street\rBaltimore MD 21201\r
Main Purpose of Job
This position is a part of the Child Protective Services (CPS) Unit and is responsible for leading and supporting efforts to reduce child maltreatment and fatalities. The incumbent is responsible for the development and oversight of Child Maltreatment policy and practice implementation. This may include safe sleep practices, substance use, reduction of child fatalities, family engagement, and mandated reporting.\r
POSITION DUTIES
\r    Project Lead: major focus on Child Fatalities, Serious Physical Injuries and Critical Incidents. Monitors 24 local departments of social services for compliance with federal and state regulations; monitors complex projects of a statewide scope to determine progress and effectiveness; and reviews and analyses narrative and statistical reports to monitor program effectiveness and to meet federal outcome measures at the state and local levels.\r\r\r\r\r\r    Provides assistance to concerned citizens of Maryland by responding to concerns regarding the delivery of child welfare services; responses are generated in a time sensitive fashion on behalf of the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary for Department of Human Services, Executive and Deputy Executive Director for Social Services Administration, and Managers for various Child Welfare Programs. Technical assistance is provided to related state agencies (i.e. the Department of Health (DMH), Department of Juvenile Services (DJS), and the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)) on matters that relate to child welfare services.\r\r\r\r\r\r\r    Writes Regulations, Policies, Controls and Memorandums and prepares policy directives outlining program policies and procedures primarily on In-Home Services with a targeted focus on child fatality, serious physical injury and critical incident. This includes collaboration with local department staff and stakeholders.\r\r\r
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.\rEDUCATION: A Master's degree in social work (MSW) from an accredited college or university approved by the Council on Social Work Education. \rEXPERIENCE: Six years of professional experience in a social work capacity in a public or private agency or institution, threeyearsmust have been in administrative, supervisory or consultative capacity. \rNOTES: \r1.These requirements are established by the Social Services Administration by authority provided in Human Services Article 4-204 of the Annotated Code of Maryland and the Maryland Department of Budget and Management, Office of Personnel Services and Benefits, does not have authority to accept substitutions or equivalents.\r2.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 year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.\r
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to applicantswho possess the following preferred qualification(s).Include clear and specific information on your application regardingyour qualifications.\rOne year of experience using office software applications such as Google Workspace (Drive, Email, Docs, Sheets), Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and Smartsheet.\rOne year of experience interpreting and applying Human Services-related laws, regulations, policies, and procedures within a public or private human services system.\rOne year of experience monitoring, reporting, and meeting federal or state statutory requirements in a child welfare program or in a federal or state compliance program for a public or private organization.\r
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
1. Candidates forpositions in this classification must be licensed by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners. \r2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties are required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland. \r
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.\r\r\rAll information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.We will not consider information submitted after this date.\r\r\rSuccessful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified or Qualified and placedon theeligible (employment) list for at least one year.\r
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position.\r\r\rIt is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.\r\r\rFor education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service is required prior to hire.\r
BENEFITS
As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost. CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS: STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\rPersonal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).\rAnnual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.\rSick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.\rParental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.\rHolidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.\r\rPension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.\r
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to, Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, 311 W. Saratoga Street, Room 135, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.\rAll mailed documents must include the applicant's name and the job number and must be received by 5 P.M. on the closing date. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the application.\rIf additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If unable to upload, please email requested information only toscott.waddel@maryland.gov. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.\rIf you have any questions concerning the recruitment process for this position, please email Scott Waddel atscott.waddel@maryland.gov.\r\rIf 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, at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.\rTTY Users: call via Maryland Relay\r\r\r\rAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r

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