Senior Certified Addiction Counselor & Supervisor

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; Full time

Job description

Introduction

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'Together, we are building a stronger Maryland.'


-� Governor Wes Moore


Do you want to join a dynamic, innovative team? Join one of the State of Maryland’s largest agencies, the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS)! When you work at DPSCS, it’s an opportunity to support and impact our large workforce, help ensure the public safety of Maryland’s residents and change the lives of returning citizens.


Visit our website to learn more about the work we do�https://dpscs.maryland.gov/

GRADE

18

LOCATION OF POSITION

Select�all�locations you are willing to work as this recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies across the state of Maryland.


Washington County
Maryland Correctional
Training Center (MCTC)
Roxbury Correctional Institution
18800 Roxbury Rd. Hagerstown, MD 21746

POSITION DUTIES

The Alcohol and Drug Certified Associate Counselor, Supervisor�provides�administrative and supervision, and leadership to the A/D Associate Counselors�responsible for assessing�all incoming inmates in a designated institution for substance abuse problems and to provide counseling, intervention, and treatment and rehabilitation services to those inmates with substance abuse disorder(s). This may also include inmates that are dually diagnosed.






Such services may include, but are not limited to, the following:






Supervise and evaluate the work of addiction counselors, to include client record reviews and monitor the administration of treatment services. Insure compliance with COMAR standards for substance abuse treatment. Provide corrective recommendations for improving skills in the administration of substance abuse counseling services




Assign tasks to addiction counselors related to data collection, reports, and the administration of substance abuse services




Conduct meetings to review and recommend changes in procedures for substance use disorder assessments and counseling interventions




Review assessments completed assure scoring accuracy




Assist the Regional Supervisor in the implementation of substance use disorder services that comply with the department’s strategy for providing services




Review clinical files to ensure completed documentation within the required timeframe




Maintain contact with internal and external resources such as community based addiction providers in support of providing aftercare services




Participate in continued professional development through educational training.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all
minimum qualifications and certification requirements to be considered, and to
appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements
before applying.
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Education:�Determined
by the Maryland State Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists�as a Certified Associate Counselor-Alcohol and Drug with a
Board Approved Supervision letter. �
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Experience:�Determined
by the Maryland State Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists�as a Certified Associate Counselor-Alcohol and Drug with a
Board Approved Supervision letter.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1.�In accordance with Health Occupations Title 17 and Code of
Maryland Regulations 10.58.07, candidates placed in this classification must be
either certified�by the Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists as
a Certified Professional Counselor-Alcohol and Drug. �


2.�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.�

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Candidates must possess graded courses in management and
supervision as defined by the Abuse Administration (ADAA), Maryland State
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.� This training must be approved
by ADAA.� Inquiries concerning this training must be addressed to the
Office of Education and Training for Addiction Services, 55 Wade Avenue, Catonsville,
Maryland� 21228. �


2. Employees are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance
with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make
sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that
you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.�All information concerning your
qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.�We will not consider
information submitted after this date.�Successful candidates will be
placed on the�eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of
a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the
requirements of the position.�It is important that you provide complete
and accurate information on your application.�Please report all experience
and education that is related to this position.

BENEFITS

As an employee of the State of
Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health
insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.



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Personal Leave
- new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated
based on start date)




Annual Leave - ten (10) days of
accumulated annual leave per year




Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated
sick leave per year�




Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid
parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child




Holidays - State employees also celebrate at
least twelve (12) holidays per year





Pension - State employees earn
credit towards a retirement pension


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Additional
benefits may be available to employees of this classifications.





Release time for job-related
CEU training





Reimbursement
of costs of licensure or certification as required by clinical specialty





Tuition
reimbursement available through the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Program


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FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended.�However,
if you are unable�to apply online, the paper application and supplemental
questionnaire may�be emailed to [e-mail]. Paper
application materials must be received in our office by the closing
date�for the recruitment.

If you are submitting additional information, the preferred method is�to
upload it with your application. All uploaded additional information�must
be received by the closing date and time. If you are unable to upload, please
email the requested information to [e-mail]�referencing
the recruitment number in the subject line. Only�additional materials that
are requested will be accepted for this�recruitment.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Department�of
Public Safety and Correctional Services, HRSD-Recruitment Division at�410-585-3999.
Kimberly
Banks
[e-mail]
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If you are having difficulties with submitting
your online�application, please contact the DBM Recruitment and
Examination Division at�[e-mail] or 410-767-4850.
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�recruiting,
retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the�State's
diversity.