Baltimore Police Department

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

POSTING DATE: 04/08/2024

CLOSING DATE: 06/08/2024 AT 12:00 MIDNIGHT

SALARY: $72,509.00 - $94,411.00 Annually

CLASS DESCRIPTION

The Circuit Court for Baltimore City is seeking a Coordinator for the Juvenile Section of the Medical Services Division. The hired clinician will possess expertise in children and families, oversee administrative tasks pertaining to the office’s Juvenile Section, and conduct thorough clinical forensic evaluations for the Juvenile and Family Divisions of the Circuit Court.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Forensic assessment in the areas of Child in Need of Assistance, Termination of Parental Rights, and Custody/Visitation
• Mental health assessment of youth and families
• Generate diagnostic impressions and recommendations based on clinical assessment and collateral information; Prepare written forensic reports for the Court.
• Track subpoenas and clinician availability for testimony; Provide verbal testimony at Court hearings, as required.
• Oversee referral process and scheduling of cases.
• Supervise Masters-level social work/psychology interns and part-time Clinical Social Worker/Scheduling Coordinator
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: Have a master’s degree in social work or psychology from an accredited college or university.

AND

EXPERIENCE: Have two years’ experience in the field of social work/psychology, specializing in children and families; Forensic experience preferred.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, AND CERTIFICATIONS: Active/current licensure by the State of Maryland Department of Health as a LCSW-C or LCPC.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Steadfast knowledge of family dynamics and conflict, attachment theory, parental fitness factors, domestic violence, child abuse/neglect, child/adult development, and impact of divorce/separation on children/adults.
• Experience in clinical assessment, diagnostic formulation, and resource connection.
• Excellent organizational, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of virtual communication tools such as Zoom.

This is a full-time permanent position with benefits.

NOTE: Those eligible candidates who are under final consideration for appointment to this position will be required to submit to drug and alcohol testing and criminal background check.

Please forward your cover letter and resume to:

Ms. Jacqueline Hale Circuit Court for Baltimore City

111 N. Calvert Street, Room 244 Baltimore, Maryland 21202

jacqueline.hale@mdcourts.gov www.baltimorecity.gov

TTY 396-4930

• No phone calls, please**

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