Social Worker I/II chez Prince George's County Government, MD

About the Department

Come join our team!

Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

The Prince George’s County Health Department is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Social Worker I/II, grade A18/21 position, in the Health and Wellness Division.

About the Position

This is a full performance level Professional Social Worker who provides Social Work Services to chronically ill and elderly residents. The Social
Worker in this position conducts home visits to identify services for individuals who are at risk of Nursing Home Placement. Population served
are infants, youth, adults and seniors.

About the Agency

The Prince George's County Health Department's (PGCHD) vision is that all Prince Georgians are their healthiest at every age and every stage. Their mission is to lead, engage, and empower our community to work collaboratively towards disease prevention, health equity, and total well-being. The PGCHD works to protect and support the public’s health through numerous services that range from restaurant inspections and disease tracking to care coordination and health promotion. The department is composed of four divisions: Behavioral Health Services, Environmental Health and Disease Control, Family Health Services, and Health and Wellness, supported by the Office of Administration, Office of Human Resources and the Office of the Health Officer. The mandate of the department has been, and will remain, broad. This plan emphasizes improving core functions and operations, including protecting the public from health threats, implementing strategies to support healthy living, and maintaining a focus on vulnerable populations, while developing efficient internal processes to support these activities.

Position Duties

• Provides direct social work services by obtaining pertinent information from clients and family members, to assess socio - economic, emotional and
  health problems.
• Document client’s assessment, treatment/intervention and progress in agency medical records in accordance with Health Department, State and Federal guidelines.
• Establish a Person- Centered Plan of Care, recommend services and provide resources to clients and family members.
• Confers with health professionals, Supports Planners, family members and other designated individuals on the care needs of clients.
• Complete weekly/monthly reports.
  

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university or equivalent program as determined by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners with a master's degree in social work.
• Must become licensed as a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) certified by the Maryland State Board of Social Worker Examiners within one year.
• Possession of a valid license to operate a motor vehicle when required for the performance of job-related duties at time of appointment.

Any equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience may also be considered. 

EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.

Other Qualifications

Job Location: 9314 Piscataway Rd, Clinton, MD 20735

Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must:

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency. 
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.