Human Services (GHU) — Title 2. Department of Human Services

The Secretary shall appoint each staff assistant in the office of the Secretary in charge of a particular area of responsibility and each professional consultant.

An employee specified in subparagraph (i) of this paragraph:

Baltimore City;

Baltimore County; or

Prince George’s County.

the Baltimore City public school system;

the Baltimore County public school system; or

the Prince George’s County public school system.

“Service obligation” means to work in a targeted position for a minimum period of time, as provided in subparagraph (ii) of this paragraph, during the 8–year period immediately following the awarding of a scholarship under the Pilot Program for Human Services Careers Scholarship established under § 18–3902 of the Education Article.

The service obligation period shall be 15 months for each academic year that the scholarship is awarded, regardless of the credit hours or semesters completed by the recipient during the academic year.

Child Support Specialist Series;

Family Investment Specialist Series;

Family Support Worker Series;

Family SVS Caseworker Series; and

Social Worker Series.

encourage collaboration between the Department and eligible local school systems to assist students in establishing careers in targeted positions in the Department; and

assist current employees of the Department and employees in targeted positions in the Department to establish careers in targeted positions in the Department.

graduated from a high school in an eligible local school system; and

participated in the Pilot Program through the local school system or as an employee of the Department.

solicit applications from employees to serve as mentors to new employees hired in accordance with this section;

select qualified employees to serve as mentors based on criteria determined by the Department; and

negotiate mentor compensation with each exclusive representative.

serve as an expert resource on the Department for the employee; and

be compensated by the Department for serving as a mentor.

the qualifications necessary for each targeted position;

the salary range for each targeted position;

contact information for individuals who can help employees obtain the qualifications necessary for a targeted position; and

a description of and contact information for the Pilot Program for Human Services Careers Scholarship established under § 18–3902 of the Education Article.

stimulate and encourage study and review of the status of women in the State;

strengthen the conditions for women in society by directing critical attention to critical problems confronting women in their various roles;

conduct research on issues that impact women and identify existing disparities;

conduct studies and assist with programs, seminars, and conferences to raise public awareness about issues impacting women;

support policies and programs that promote the well–being of women;

raise public awareness of a wide range of issues affecting women, including economic security, life transitions, and women’s health;

promote and assist statewide women’s organizations, local commissions for women, and local volunteer programs focused on improving conditions for women;

advocate for legislation supporting women’s economic empowerment, women’s health, cultural development, social inclusion, and other policies that promote the equality and flourishing of all people;

recommend strategies to reduce discrimination and increase opportunities for women in employment, education, the law, State government, and elected and appointed positions across professions and within society;

support partner organization programs on career development, financial wellness, and violence prevention;

secure appropriate recognition of women’s accomplishments and contributions to the State; and

inform the executive and legislative branches of government on issues concerning women, including by offering testimony on these issues before legislative and administrative bodies.

act as a clearinghouse for activities to avoid duplication of effort; and

make surveys and appoint advisory committees in all fields affecting the lives of women in the State, including education, social services, labor laws and employment policies, law enforcement, health and safety, new and expanded services, legal rights, family relations, human relations, and volunteer services.

federal funds granted by Congress or executive order; and

private donations from individuals, organizations, or foundations.