MSD Residential Child & Youth Care Practitioner - Substitute (Contractual Position)

Introduction

Anticipated openings for the 2026-2027 School Year (September 2026 - January 2027).\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Maryland School for the Deaf provides an inclusive, language-rich environment for deaf and hard of hearing students from birth through age 21. Rooted in a bilingual education approach, we ensure full access to American Sign Language and English across comprehensive academic, extracurricular, and student life programs. In partnership with families and communities, we empower students to think critically and develop a sense of self and belonging.\r\n\r\n\r\nWe are currently accepting\r\napplications to create a pool of qualified individuals who can work on an as\r\nneeded basis to temporarily provide coverage in the dorm.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThis posting will be used to fill anticipated vacancies in both the Second Shift and Overnight Shift. These positions may have one of the following work schedules:\r\n������� Second Shift:\r\no Sunday (4 PM – 12 AM) and Monday – Thursday (2 PM – 10 PM), 8 hour Shifts; or\r\no Monday – Thursday (2 PM – 12 AM), 10 hour Shifts\r\nor\r\n������� Overnight Shift\r\no Monday – Friday (12 AM – 8 AM), 8 hour Shifts; or\r\no���Monday evening – Friday morning (10 PM – 8 AM), 10 hour Shifts\r\n\r\n\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

MSD, Frederick Campus, 101 Clarke Place, Frederick, MD 21705\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

A Residential Child and Youth Care Practitioner (RCYCP) at the Maryland School for the Deaf is the full performance level of work providing guidance to deaf and hard of hearing students by serving as a mentor and role model, offering advice and assistance with everyday life skills, and providing referrals to other staff at the Maryland School for the Deaf.\r\n\r\n\r\nEmployees receive general supervision from a Residential Child and Youth Care Practitioner Supervisor, School for the Deaf, or from a designated administrator. Employees may be required to travel to various locations for events such as field trips, workshops, and recreational activities. Employees may be asked to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

Maintain a safe environment and keep students under direct supervision at\r\nall times;\r\n�\r\nCommunicates with students to discuss their problems and offer them\r\nguidance, and serves as a mentor and role model for their assimilation into the\r\ndeaf culture;\r\n�\r\nMonitors students and assists them in complying with daily and weekly\r\nschedules of completing homework, sleeping, eating, and performing personal\r\nhygiene;\r\n�\r\nObserves and interacts with students to prevent conflicts and minimize\r\ndisturbances;\r\n�\r\nUnder the direction of the supervisor, devises and dispenses rewards and\r\npunishments within specified guidelines to ensure students comply with Maryland\r\nSchool for the Deaf rules and policies;\r\n�\r\nDocuments and reports student problems to the RCYCP Supervisor;\r\n�\r\nMay supplement classroom instruction by tutoring students in academic\r\nsubjects;\r\n�\r\nMaintain strict confidentiality of students and school personnel\r\ninformation;\r\n�\r\nPerforms\r\nother related duties.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Must be either 21 years old with graduation from an accredited\r\nhigh school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.\r\n�\r\nOR\r\n�\r\nAt least 18 years old with possession of an Associate\r\nof Arts degree or a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or\r\nuniversity.\r\n�\r\nExperience: One year of experience providing guidance to deaf\r\nand hard of hearing youth and assisting them with everyday life skills in a\r\nstudent life setting.\r\n�\r\nNote: Candidates may substitute additional education from an\r\naccredited college or university at the rate of sixty credit hours for the\r\nrequired experience.\r\n�\r\n\r\nFluency in American Sign Language is required for this\r\nposition.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of the physical, emotional and social aspects of deafness;\r\n�\r\nSkill in American Sign Language sufficient to permit fluent and accurate\r\ncommunication with students and parents;\r\n�\r\nSkill in written English sufficient to permit fluent and accurate\r\ncommunication with students and parents who are not proficient in American Sign\r\nLanguage;\r\n�\r\nAbility to learn emergency medical procedures;\r\n�\r\nAbility to maintain a dormitory environment conducive to positive student\r\ndevelopment;\r\n�\r\nAbility\r\nto work harmoniously with students and with other employees.\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Employees in this classification will be required to obtain and maintain RCYCP�certification.\r\n2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the�operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required�to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n3. Employees in this classification will be trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation�and first-aid training leading to certification. These certifications must be kept�current as a requirement of residential childcare licensure by the Maryland Department of Human Services.\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

\r\n1. Employees in this classification are required to be proficient in American Sign�Language and in written English.\r\n\r\n\r\n2. Employees in this classification will be required to pass a medical examination�and an annual screening for tuberculosis as a requirement of residential child�care licensure by the Maryland Department of Human Services.\r\n\r\n\r\n3. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal�Use of Drugs.\r\n\r\n\r\n4. Employees in this classification will be required to apply for a criminal background check as a requirement of the Family Law Article, Section 5-551, Annotated Code of Maryland.\r\n\r\n\r\n5. Candidates will need to\r\nprovide three letters of recommendation.\r\n\r\n\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications\r\nwill be prescreened before candidates are invited to an interview. As an equal\r\nopportunity employer, MSD is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting\r\nemployees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\n

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS

In accordance with AFSCME Article 44, all positions\r\nadvertised as contractual are temporary assignments. Such assignments may\r\ninclude, but are not limited to, short-term grants, defined temporary projects\r\nlasting 24 months or less, emergency basis appointments for 12 months or less,\r\nretirees from State service, and positions less than fifty percent (50%)\r\nfull-time equivalent (FTE).\r\n�\r\nPlease note that all contractual agreements and\r\nstaffing allocations are subject to adjustment based on student enrollment and\r\noperational needs.\r\n

BENEFITS

\r\nContractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.\r\nLeave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.\r\n\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you\r\nare unable to apply online or if you encounter difficulty, you may submit via\r\nmail, e-mail, fax, or deliver in person before the closing date and time.\r\nPlease include your name and recruitment number on any documentation to ensure\r\ntimely processing. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the\r\nonline or paper application.� Additional or supplemental information must\r\nbe submitted by the closing date and time.� The preferred method to\r\nreceive additional information is for them to be uploaded.� Application\r\ninquiries or supplemental information can be directed to the following:\r\n�\r\nMailing Address: Maryland School for the Deaf Recruitment\r\nDepartment, P. O. Box 894, Columbia, MD 21044\r\n�\r\nE-mail: emily.hicks@msd.edu\r\n�\r\nPhone: 410-696-3031, TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay\r\n�\r\nFax: 410-696-3084\r\n�\r\nIndividuals from traditionally underserved and\r\nunderrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Bilingual applicants\r\nare encouraged to apply.� As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is\r\ncommitted to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective\r\nof the State's diversity.� We thank our Veterans for their service to our\r\ncountry, and encourage them to apply.\r\n