Social Work Program Administrator, Health Services

Position overview

This full-time administrative social work role supports the behavioral health outpatient program at the MDH Dorchester County Health Department in Cambridge, Maryland. It is a Grade 19 position.

Primary purpose

The role centers on leading social work and counseling operations, identifying ways to improve the use of current services, recommending service expansion where needed, and maintaining service quality through supervision and team development.

Key duties

• Direct and oversee social work and counseling services within the behavioral health outpatient setting.
• Evaluate existing programs and suggest better ways to use current resources.
• Recommend new or expanded services when needs are identified.
• Support service quality through coaching, supervision, and staff development.

Minimum qualifications

Education is determined by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners under the licensing standards for social workers. The position requires six years of clinical social work experience in a health care or treatment setting after earning an approved Master of Social Work degree from an accredited college or university. At least two of those years must include either leadership of a clinical program or unit, or supervision of social workers with master's degrees.

Preferred background

Experience in substance use disorder treatment is preferred.

Licenses and certifications

• Applicants must hold a Certified Social Worker-Clinical license from the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners before appointment. Candidates may still apply if the license is pending, but it must be submitted once obtained.
• If the assigned duties involve driving, the employee must have a valid Maryland driver's license.

Selection process

Qualified applicants will be reviewed based on minimum and selective qualifications, with evaluation focused on education, training, and work experience as it relates to the role. Candidates must provide complete and accurate application details, including all related education, experience, dates, and work hours. Applicants educated outside the United States may be required to submit a foreign credential equivalency evaluation before employment begins, and possibly before interview.

Applications must be completed by the closing date. Late information will not be considered, incorrect forms will be rejected, and resumes cannot replace a completed application. An eligible list may remain active for at least one year and can be used for similar vacancies in this or other state agencies.

How to apply

Online applications are preferred. If online submission is not possible, paper applications and the supplemental questionnaire may be mailed to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper materials must arrive by 5 pm on the closing date; postmarks are not accepted.

If additional documents are required, they should be uploaded when possible. If upload is not available, they may be faxed to 410-333-5689. Only requested supporting materials will be accepted, and they must be received by the closing date and time.

For recruitment questions, contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251. For help with user accounts or the online application system, contact the Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.

Accommodations and equal opportunity

Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available on request by calling 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service at 1-800-735-2258. Veterans are thanked for their service, and people with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Maryland is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting, retaining, and advancing a workforce that reflects the state's diversity.

Benefits

State of Maryland benefits are available for this position.

Additional information

This is a recruitment repost, and prior applicants do not need to submit a new application.