Human Services Associate- Child Advocacy Center - Non-Merit

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice.  Applicants are advised to apply promptly.

Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week

A non-merit vacancy exists in Department of Health and Human Services, Family Service at the Child Advocacy Center (CAC).

Non-Merit positions within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

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

Current and future vacancies occurring in this classification may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested candidates must apply at this time. 

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

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.

You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Victim support and advocacy are routinely made available to all Baltimore County Child Advocacy Center (CAC) clients and their family members as part of the multidisciplinary team response. Victim support and advocacy services are provided by a 34 hour CAC staff member whose primary role is victim advocate. The Victim Advocate provides services to child sexual abuse and sexual assault victims, their caregivers, and victims of human trafficking.
 

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Presence at CAC during the forensic interview to provide support for children and family members at all stages of involvement with CAC.  
• Provides families with updates on case status, continuances, dispositions, sentencing, and inmate status notification.
• Participates in multi-disciplinary case review in order to discuss the unique needs of the child and family and plan associated support services. 

 
EXAMPLES OF OTHER DUTIES

• Provides court education and courthouse/courtroom tours, preparation, support, and accompaniment.
• Provides assistance in procuring concrete services (housing, protective orders, domestic violence intervention, food, transportation, public assistance etc.) 
• Provides psychoeducation, information access to victims’ rights and crime victims’ compensation.

Required Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in social or behavioral science.  (Experience with advocacy, child welfare or multi-disciplinary team work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years of the required education).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the theories and principles of human behavior, growth and development, mental illness, alcohol and drug abuse, and problems related to socioeconomic factors.   

• Knowledge of modern individual, group, and family counseling techniques, diagnostic assessment, and basic treatment planning.  

• Basic knowledge of community, human, and social services assistance programs.

• Writing skills necessary to complete forms, medical records, case histories, and reports.  

• Good interpersonal skills.

• Ability to conduct individual assessment interviews and formulate a basic treatment plan. 

• Ability to make appropriate referrals.   

• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with others.  

• Ability to handle individuals who are handling a crisis. 

• Ability to understand the rules and procedures of court and criminal justice system. 

• Ability to interpret Federal, State, and local regulations, procedures, and guidelines for human services professionals.

• Ability to read and understand professional journals and other publications.

Licenses or Certificates:      
Possession of a valid MD State driver's license is required at the time of hire.    

Proof of Licenses, Certifications, and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications, and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications, and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Human Services Associate - Child Advocacy Center - Non-Merit
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

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.Physical and Environmental Conditions
Position is essentially sedentary with occasional walking, lifting, or other restricted physical activities. Positions may require traveling between work sites.

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.

Salary : $23 - $32