Part-Time Child Welfare Social Worker I​/II, Grade 21

Please note: The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be as follows based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

If filled at the Part-Time Social Worker I, Grade 21, the hiring range is $35, based on 20 hours a week.

If filled at the Part-Time Social Worker II, Grade 23, the hiring range is $38,371 - $53,903 based on 20 hours a week.

Montgomery County is located adjacent to Washington, D.C., and with over one million residents, is the most populous County in the State of Maryland. The County is also the most diverse County in the State and ranks among the top ten most diverse Counties in the nation. Montgomery County contains many major U.S. government offices, scientific research and learning centers, and business campuses.

The Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for delivery of the County’s public health and human services that meet the needs of our community’s most vulnerable children, adults, and seniors. The Department provides services through more than 120 programs at more than 20 locations. With over 2,000 employees, the Department of Health and Human Services is the largest County Department.

As a department, we believe health and wellness of the county can only be achieved by ensuring that every resident has fair opportunities to reach their fullest potential. This means access to quality housing, transportation, education, employment, health care, human services, safe neighborhoods, and healthy food. HHS provides critical services for residents who face a variety of obstacles in achieving their full potential.

HHS plays an essential role in building a healthy and strong community.

Child Welfare Services (CWS) provides a variety of supportive services to children and families to reduce the risk of child maltreatment and ensure safety for children. When it is not possible for children to remain in their own homes, temporary placement in foster care, with relatives, or with an adoptive family may be arranged.

If you are interested in working for Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Part Time Social Worker I/II positions within CWS.

The primary purpose of this position is to perform professional social work in case management and counseling services to children and families affected by abuse and neglect, in support of permanency planning efforts across all out-of-home service delivery units in Child Welfare Services. This position may also provide oversight of Voluntary Placement Agreement (VPA) cases.

The VPA Case Manager is responsible for overseeing cases that allow the parents to obtain out-of-home treatment while still retaining custody of the child. The role involves assessing family needs, coordinating placement services, developing and monitoring service plans, and ensuring compliance with state regulations. The Case Manager works closely with families, foster care providers, legal representatives, and multidisciplinary teams to support reunification or alternative permanency outcomes.

• Attend meetings or perform work at locations outside the office
• Operate a motor vehicle to transport children, supplies, and equipment to other locations
• Lift, carry, and manage stairs with children, equipment, and supplies
• Have some flexibility in rotating schedules, based on casework and operational needs

There are two part-time Social Worker I/II positions available. One position will be assigned to our Screening Unit, and the other position will be assigned to an Out-of-Home unit and will be responsible for an out-of-home/VPA caseload.

Selected candidates for this position will be subject to a pre-employment medical exam, and drug screening and criminal history records check through the Maryland State Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. Candidates will also be checked through the Maryland Registry for Child Abuse and Neglect and federal and state sex offender registries. Any applicant who fails the medical exam, background check or whose name appears on either…