Social Worker Advanced, Health Services ***Repost***

Job Description

SOCIAL WORKER ADVANCED, HEALTH SERVICES ***REPOST***

REGIONAL COORDINATOR, ASSISTED OUTPATIENT TREATMENT PROGRAM

Recruitment #26-001993-0001

Department

MDH Behavioral Health Admin - Program Direction

Date Opened

1/21/2026 4:20:00 PM

Filing Deadline

8/28/2026 11:59:00 PM

Salary

$76,608.00 - $99,105.00/year, with potential growth to $120,814.00/year

Employment Type

Full-Time

HR Analyst

Steven Elmore

Work Location

Baltimore County

Telework Eligible

Yes

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Introduction

RECRUITMENT REPOST. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY.

GRADE

ASTD18

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Behavioral Health Administration, 55 Wade Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Main Purpose of Job

This position will serve as an
advanced clinical specialist in applying expert clinical and therapeutic knowledge towards the
review of completed petitions of individuals with severe and complex behavioral health
diagnoses for the Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) program, a civil commitment program
for individuals with serious and persistent mental illness. This position will further be
required to support AOT programs in providing advanced-level consultative expertise towards
addressing high-risk cases in the AOT program, including identifying crisis situations and
determining appropriate clinical intervention policies; and identifying complex cases and
determining appropriate clinical intervention policies. This position will utilize expert clinical and therapeutic knowledge to support AOT Care Coordination Teams in the
development of individualized treatment plans for individuals with severe behavioral health
conditions for the AOT program.

This position is an advanced clinical leadership position responsible for providing
expert support and oversight to multiple AOT programs across a designated region. This position will work in close cooperation with public and private organizations,
including state agencies, local AOT teams, healthcare providers, and the judicial system, to
enhance program efficiency and ensure individuals enrolled in AOT receive appropriate
treatment to achieve optimum social and health outcomes. Additionally, this position plays a key role in applying expert clinical knowledge towards standardizing best
clinical practices across jurisdictions, troubleshooting barriers to care, and driving system-wide
improvements in service delivery.

This position incorporates responsibilities including expert individual case consultation and
review, interagency coordination, and crisis intervention. This position will be responsible for
ensuring that treatment plans align with evidence-based models and adhere to national best
practices. This role also involves active participation in policy development, resource allocation,
and continuous program evaluation to support ongoing improvements in Maryland's AOT
initiatives. This position requires strong leadership, advanced clinical expertise, and the ability to
manage complex cases and systemic challenges while maintaining a focus on public safety and
individual recovery.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Determined by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners under the licensing requirements for Social Workers.
Experience: Four years of experience rendering clinical social work services in a health care or treatment setting subsequent to the receipt of an approved Master's degree in Social Work, including two years experience in an area of clinical specialty.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute one complete year of graduate social work education beyond the Master's degree at an accredited college or university for one year of experience in an area of clinical specialty. Applicants must submit a statement from the college or university that the advanced work constitutes one full year toward the completion of work required for a Doctorate degree.
2. Candidates may substitute a Doctorate degree in social work from an accredited college or university for two years of experience in an area of clinical specialty.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a commissioned officer in Social Work classifications or Social Work specialty codes in the Social Science, Psychology, and Welfare field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The preferred candidate should possess:

Experience in mental health case management, behavioral health services, or a related field.
Experience/Knowledge of Maryland's AOT laws, policies, and court procedures.
Experience with coordinating multi-agency collaborations and facilitating system-level improvements.
Experience in crisis management, training facilitation, and data-driven program evaluation.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Candidates must be licensed as a Certified Social Worker-Clinical by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners prior to appointment to a position in State service. Applicants who do not have the license may also apply pending receipt of the required license. When the license is obtained, submit a copy to the Maryland Department of Health Testing Unit.
2. Candidates appointed to positions in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of an automobile. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess an appropriate operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.
Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.
If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.

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Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Determined by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners under the licensing requirements for Social Workers.
Experience: Four years of experience rendering clinical social work services in a health care or treatment setting subsequent to the receipt of an approved Master's degree in Social Work, including two years experience in an area of clinical specialty.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute one complete year of graduate social work education beyond the Master's degree at an accredited college or university for one year of experience in an area of clinical specialty. Applicants must submit a statement from the college or university that the advanced work constitutes one full year toward the completion of work required for a Doctorate degree.
2. Candidates may substitute a Doctorate degree in social work from an accredited college or university for two years of experience in an area of clinical specialty.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a commissioned officer in Social Work classifications or Social Work specialty codes in the Social Science, Psychology, and Welfare field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The preferred candidate should possess:

Experience in mental health case management, behavioral health services, or a related field.
Experience/Knowledge of Maryland's AOT laws, policies, and court procedures.
Experience with coordinating multi-agency collaborations and facilitating system-level improvements.
Experience in crisis management, training facilitation, and data-driven program evaluation.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Candidates must be licensed as a Certified Social Worker-Clinical by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners prior to appointment to a position in State service. Applicants who do not have the license may also apply pending receipt of the required license. When the license is obtained, submit a copy to the Maryland Department of Health Testing Unit.
2. Candidates appointed to positions in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of an automobile. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess an appropriate operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your