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THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION POSTING DATE: 2/21/2025 SALARY RANGE: $64,454.00 - $76,048.00 ANNUALLY BACKGROUND CHECK Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed. PROBATION All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory 6-month probation. Summary Of Position Juvenile Court Services is seeking a licensed professional social worker to serve as a Juvenile Court Social Worker. The Social Worker will work under the direction of the Juvenile Court Services Coordinator. Essential Functions The Social Worker will interview, and link children, adolescents, and families involved in the child welfare and delinquency system to appropriate community-based resources and provide case coordination services. Conduct assessments and develop service plans. Accompany families to Juvenile Court and testify when necessary. Facilitate emergency petitions and acute psychiatric admissions as needed. Complete case documentation and written court reports. Facilitate specialized groups for youth and parents. Assist with special projects and initiatives. Provide direct supervision for Social Work Interns and staff when directed. Complete other tasks as assigned. Education And Experience Requirements Candidate must have a master’s degree in social work. Must be licensed as a graduate social worker by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners. EDUCATION: A master’s degree in social work with a professional license. AND EXPERIENCE: Three years of experience in providing direct counseling services, facilitating groups, and supervising staff and college students. Two years of experience developing programs and providing case coordination services. Detailed-orientated, flexible, and have strong written and verbal communication skills. Must work well independently and exercise discretion in complex situations. Benefits The City of Baltimore offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application. BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER