Description

The University of Maryland, Baltimore Office of Community Engagement has an opening for a Case Manager (Social Worker or Senior Social Worker). The Community Engagement Case Manager will assist with advancing UMB as a national model for research universities collaborating with local communities to improve the human condition and serve the public good. The individual in this position will partner with academic and administrative units across the University as well as government, non-profit, and community-based organizations in Baltimore and other locations where UMB has a presence. Close partnerships will be developed with the School of Social Work, the School of Nursing, and the Southwest Partnership.

The Case Manager works under the supervision of a Social Worker (LCSW-C) and applies the theories, knowledge, procedures, methods, and/or ethics derived from a formal educational program in social work to restore or enhance social functioning of individuals, couples, families, groups, organizations or communities through assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, and advocacy to maximize the individual's well-being.

The Community Engagement Case Manager will be accountable to, and supported by, the Director of Strategic Initiatives and Community Partnerships in the Office of Community Engagement.

Benefits:

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

Primary Duties - Social Worker:

• Assess risk by screening and interviewing clients. Identify and construct service plans that best meet the client's needs, and determine best resources available.
• Develop plans by identifying programs and services available for a variety client issues dealing with challenges, change, and crisis.
• Maintain case history records and document client(s) progress. May perform chart reviews and generates notes on evaluations, therapy sessions, reports and other accountability measures.
• Counsel individuals, groups, families, or communities regarding issues including mental health, poverty, unemployment, substance abuse, physical abuse, rehabilitation, social adjustment, child care, and/or medical care in accordance with licensure.
• Provide training, guidance, and support to others preparing for use of resources.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Primary Duties - Senior Social Worker:

• Assess risk by screening and interviewing clients. Identify and construct service plans that best meet the client's needs, and determine best resources available.
• Develop plans by identifying programs and services available for a variety client issues dealing with challenges, change, and crisis.
• Maintain case history records and document client(s) progress. May perform chart reviews and generates notes on evaluations, therapy sessions, reports and other accountability measures.
• Counsel individuals, groups, families, or communities regarding issues including mental health, housing, poverty, unemployment, substance abuse, physical abuse, rehabilitation, social adjustment, child care, and/or medical care in accordance with licensure.
• Provide training, guidance, and support to others preparing for use of resources.
• Develop and maintain database or another tool to catalog resources available to meet identified needs.
• Provide field supervision to social work students working in the Office of Community Engagement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Qualifications - Social Worker

Education: Master's degree in Social Work.

Preferred Experience: Experience in case management.

Certification/Licensure: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in the State of Maryland.

Other: No substitution of experience for minimum education requirement.

Qualifications - Senior Social Worker

Education: Master's degree in Social Work.

Experience: One (1) year post-licensure (LCSW) or (LCSW-C) experience in related area of treatment.

Preferred Experience: Experience in case management.

Certification/Licensure: Licensed as (LCSW) or (LCSW-C) in the State of Maryland.

Other: No substitution of experience for minimum education requirement.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of position requirements.
• Thorough knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws.
• Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems.
• Must have ability to effectively communicate thoughts, ideas, and facts.
• Ability to support a mission and strategic vision.
• Effectively communicate to diverse audiences through presentations to groups of all sizes, quality reports, and other means of communication.
• Instructional, training, and teambuilding skills to strengthen and cultivate relationships.
• Knowledge, awareness, and skills to create diverse, equitable, and inclusive environments and experiences.
• Knowledge and implementation of effective risk management, risk tolerance, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Hiring Range (Social Worker): $59,000 - $63,000 (Commensurate with education and experience)

Hiring Range (Senior Social Worker): $66,000 - $71,000 (Commensurate with education and experience)

UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at HRJobs@umaryland.edu.

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.