Social Services Aide - Center for Family Success - Non-Merit

Salary: $18.91 - $28.84 Hourly
Location : Various locations throughout Baltimore County, MD
Job Type: NON-MERIT
Job Number: NM.102 10-25
Department: HHS/COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES
Opening Date: 01/08/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Bureau of Community Based Services/Center for Family Success, Department of Health and Human Services.


Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.
In order to be qualified for this position, you MUS T have 90 clock hours Core Knowledge Training.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

All interested candidates must apply at this time.


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.

Examples of Duties

• Assists with the direct care, safety, development, and well-being of all child participants.
• Assists with the implementation of developmentally appropriate program activities for infants and toddlers,
• Provides informal parenting education to parent participants.
• Observes child behavior and notes observances.
• Assists with screenings and assessments.
• Records and enters data.
• Maintains records and reports.
• Provides a clean and appropriate environment.
• Enforces health and safety standards.
• Assists with transportation of families to and from the Center.
• Attends trainings and meetings as required.

(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.)

Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Must have 90 clock hours Core Knowledge Training.
Preferred Qualifications

• 45 clock hours of Infant and Toddler Training.
• Understand and be committed to the overall philosophy of family support.
• Possess child growth and development knowledge from birth through five years of age.
• Maintain respect for confidentiality.
• Relate to people of diverse backgrounds.
• Model appropriate interaction with young children and parents.
• Ability to work independently as well as a team member and leader.
• Ability to schedule and manage time.
• Ability to follow direction/curriculum/lesson plans.

Licenses and Certificates

This position requires a valid license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license at the time of appointment.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants 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 Employment
Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants 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 Employees

Baltimore 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 Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace
Baltimore 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 Program
Our 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 Insurance
In 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.

Health 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 Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance
In 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.

Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave
Sick 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 Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership 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 Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.
Disclaimer

This 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.
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The 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.

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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 this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

• I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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This position requires possession of a valid license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license at the time of appointment. Select 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 commercial, Class A Maryland Driver's License.
• Commercial Driver's License equivalent to 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.

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Are 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 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

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Are you currently a merit (full-time), non-merit (part-time), or temporary employee of the Baltimore County General Government?Employees of Baltimore County Public Schools, Baltimore County Public Library, Baltimore County's court systems or Baltimore County Community College and employees of temporary services used by the County are not considered employees of the Baltimore County General Government.

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have 90 clock hours Core Knowledge Training? (Applicants must attach proof of Licenses or Certifications to meet the required and preferred qualifications)

• Yes
• No

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Do you have 45 clock hours of Infant and Toddler Training? (Applicants must attach proof of Licenses or Certifications to meet the required and preferred qualifications)

• Yes
• No

09


I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, my e-mail address, and my contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in my not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in my not being further considered for this employment opportunity. To update this information visit log into your account, and edit your profile.

• Yes

Required Question