Alcohol and Drug Associate Counselor Provisional

Company: State of Maryland
Location: Kent
Posted on: November 17, 2022

Job Description:

GRADE
13r
LOCATION OF POSITION
MDH/Kent County Health Department, A.F. Whitsitt Center, Chestertown, Marylandr
Main Purpose of Job
This position will provide counseling to clients with substance use disorders by using intervention, treatment and rehabilitation. This position will be expected to provide a full continuum of care through individualized, group and family therapy, as well as through the education and development of healthy lifestyle skills.rrrThis position will receive general supervision from an Alcohol and Drug Professional Counselor Supervisor, as well as from other supervisors approved by the Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists. This is professional-level work at the Certified Bachelor's degree level, with expectation that the certification will be kept active.r
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelors degree in a health or human services Counseling field from an accredited educational institution approved by the Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists, or completion of a program of studies judged by the Board to be substantially equivalent in subject matter and training.rrExperience:None.rr
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The desired candidate should have experience preparing, monitoring and documenting treatment plans, as well as the effectiveness of such plans, for clients with a substance use disorder. The desired candidate should also have experience planning and conducting individual, family and group therapy sessions, along with case management services.r
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
r1. In accordance with Health Occupations Title 17 and Code of Maryland Regulations 10.58.07, candidates must apply for, and receive, a letter of authorization to practice as a trainee from the Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists within 90 days of their date of hire.r2. Employees must successfully obtain certification or licensure from the Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists as a Certified Associate Counselor-Alcohol and Drug within one year of meeting the experience requirements for Certified Associate Counselor-Alcohol and Drug.r3. 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 operators license valid in the State of Maryland.rr
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
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
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.rPlease 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).rComplete applications must be submitted by the closing date.Information submitted after this date will not be added.rIncorrect application forms will not be accepted.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.rCandidates may remain on thecertified 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.r
BENEFITS
rSTATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITSrr
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.rIf additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested informationto, 410-333-5689.Only additional materialswhich are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.rFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact theMDH Recruitment and Selection Division, at 410-767-1251.rIf 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 orApplication.Help@maryland.gov.rAppropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service, at 1-800-735-2258.rWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.rPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.rAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.r

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