Licensed Health Services Social Worker I

Introduction The State of Maryland is seeking Social Work professionals to fill full performance and intermediate positions in the state as Social Worker I, Health Services. NOTE: If you are a current or former employee of the US Federal Government or a current employee of Maryland State Government, you may wish to apply through the Federal Hiring Initiative (FHI). Applications received through the FHI will receive priority consideration. Federal Hiring Initiative Social Worker postings will be open for application from 10/15/2025 to 10/29/2025. For Federal Hiring Initiative Social Worker postings, click here.

GRADE

16

POSITION DUTIES

Social Worker I, Health Services is a professional clinical social work at the intermediate level providing direct social work services to clients in a special population in a health setting. The work involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities. The nature of the work may require evening and weekend hours. Work is performed in hospitals, residential facilities, clinics or local health units.

MINIMUM EDUCATION OR GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Education: Determined by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners under the licensing requirements for Social Workers. Experience: None.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Candidates must be licensed as a Graduate Social Worker or Certified Social Worker by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners prior to appointment to a position in State service. Please upload a copy of your current licenseto your application. 2. Candidates appointed to positions in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of an automobile. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess an appropriate operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable.For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date.Information submitted after this date will not be added.Candidates may remain on thecertified eligible list for a period of at least one year. Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online,the paper application may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If unable to upload, please fax requested information only to View phone number on click.appcast.io. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact theMDH Recruitment and Selection Division at View phone number on click.appcast.io. If 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: View phone number on click.appcast.io or MD TTY Relay Service View phone number on click.appcast.io.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies. As 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Maryland