Assistant Court Advocate - Non-Merit

Regular Schedule: 34 hours per weekA Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Community Health Services.Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.All interested candidates must apply at this time.List allpromotionsand changes in job duties due toreclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.Examples of DutiesJob PurposeUnder close supervision, responsible for making home visits, accompanying victims of domestic violence to court, advocating for victims; assisting victims in navigating system, sheltering, counseling, filing criminal charges and ex-parte.Essential Job DutiesConducts home visits in conjunction with the police departmentInterviews victims, gathers and documents informationAssess client needs to determine counseling, sheltering, crisis intervention to develop safety plans for victims.Assists in filing charges and ex-parte ordersConducting community outreach and educationDevelop marketing materials and attend meetings within the agency and communityExamples Of Other DutiesCase consultation with agency staffMaintains logs and enters data into agency databasePrepares and sends correspondencePerforms other related duties as assigned(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)QualificationsRequired QualificationsAA degree in Human Services, Criminology, Sociology, or other social sciences related fieldsPreferred QualificationsAt least one year of experience with domestic violence population.Knowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesKnowledge of crisis intervention, domestic violence, and the court systemsBasic knowledge of interviewing techniquesKnowledge to build working relationships with other agency and government departments and community organizations. Writing skill necessary to complete simple application forms and reports.Ability to obtain information from clients and to compile information into case records. Ability to communicate orally. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to understand Federal, State, and local regulations, program policies and procedures, to apply them to specific client situations, and to compute the amounts of grants to clients. Ability to maintain detailed and accurate records and to prepare summary reports. Ability to use a computer to enter, update, or retrieve information.Licenses and CertificatesSome positions within this classification may require possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license at the time of appointment.Proof of Licenses, Certifications, and EducationApplicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications, and education beyond highschool to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.Proof of Degree EquivalencyApplicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org).Mail Or Deliver Documents ToATTN: Assistant Court AdvocateOffice of Human ResourcesBaltimore County Government308 Allegheny AvenueTowson, MD 21204You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.EXAMINATION PROCEDUREApplicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.Conditions of EmploymentPhysical and Environmental ConditionsThe work among positions in this class varies, but most often involves frequent walking and standing, some lifting and carrying of objects of moderate weight.Medical Examination and Employment Background InvestigationApplicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time EmployeesBaltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.Equal Opportunity EmployerBaltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.Smoke free workplaceAll Baltimore County offices are smoke free.Drug free workplaceBaltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.Employee Assistance ProgramOur Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.Health InsuranceIn order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.BenefitsHealth Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.Flexible Spending AccountsOpportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.Life InsuranceIn order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.RetirementEmployees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.Paid LeaveSick Leave - Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.Vacation Leave - Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.Holidays - Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.Bereavement LeaveJury LeaveMilitary LeaveBaltimore County Employees Federal Credit UnionMembership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.Direct DepositPayroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.Deferred CompensationNationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.DisclaimerThis is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.01The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application. If you cite experience in your response that is not included on the Work History section of this application, your application may be considered incomplete and you may not receive further consideration for this position. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience.I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.02Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience/History" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.I have read and acknowledge the above statement.03Select the type of driver's license you currently hold. Be sure you have provided your driver's license number, class and state in the previous section of this application.Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class A Maryland Driver's License.Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class B Maryland Driver's License.Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License with a Passenger Endorsement.Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a non-commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License.Provisional Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Provisional Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License.Driver's License Learners Permit.I do not have a driver's license.04Select the option that best describes your combination of education and experience.Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Human Services, Criminology, Sociology, or other social science related fieldAssociate's Degree from an accredited college or university in Human Services, Criminology, Sociology, or other social science related fieldI do not have any of the above combinations of education and experience.05Do you have any work experience serving domestic violence victims?YesNo06Do you have experience working within the structure of the court system?YesNo07The work of the classification is essentially sedentary with occasional walking, standing, and other limited physical activities including travel to various work sites. Are you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment?YesNo08Are you willing to work in a position that requires travel between work sites using your personal transportation? A mileage allowance, set by Baltimore County Policy, shall be paid to County employees who use their privately-owned vehicles for official County travel necessary to carry out the required or authorized duties of their positions.Yes, I am willing to accept these conditions of employmentNo, I am not willing to accept these conditions of employment and therefore I understand I will not be considered for this position with Baltimore County Government09Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation and a medical examination. Are you willing to accept these conditions of employment?Yes, I am willing to accept these conditions of employment.No, I am not willing to accept these conditions of employment and therefore I understand I will not be considered for this position with Baltimore County Government. Required Question