Alcohol & Drug Supervised Counselor Provisional

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

The position will help patients identify behavior problems related to alcohol and other drug use and to support their efforts to reduce and/or eliminate their substance use and find a path to recovery. This position will provide assessment, diagnosis, crisis intervention, and individual counseling sessions. Assessment and referral services are provided within the Cecil County Health Department, and TCA screenings are completed in partnership with the Department of Social Services. This position also maintains an approved counseling certification through the Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists. Substance abuse counseling is a demanding form of community outreach that requires patience, compassion, and a keen desire to help others who are in crisis. Significant portions of the addicted population are people who need help in many areas of their lives. This position is responsible for providing and referring patients to a variety of services that may help provide a stable platform from which they can fight their drug addiction. Clinical practice should incorporate Motivational Enhancement (MET) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Determined by the Maryland State Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists under the requirements for Alcohol and Drug Trainees.

Experience: None.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess:

• Experience completing alcohol and drug screenings and/or assessments.
• Experience with individuals who have mental health and/or substance abuse challenges.
• Experience/knowledge of local community resources within Cecil County and neighboring communities and can properly refer clients to appropriate resources.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. In accordance with Health Occupations Title 17 and Code of Maryland Regulations 10.58.07, employees in this classification 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.

2. In accordance with Health Occupations Title 17 employees in this classification must also successfully obtain certification from the Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists as a Certified Supervised Counselor-Alcohol and Drug within one year of meeting the experience requirement for a Certified Supervised Counselor-Alcohol and Drug.

3. 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. 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.

2. Employees in this classification perform the work in a Joint Commission for the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) or a Maryland State certified addictions program.

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.