ALCOHOL AND DRUG SUPERVISED COUNSELOR

GRADE

ASTD13\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

DJS- Behavioral Health Division \r\nBackbone Mountain Youth Center \r\n124 Camp Rd. #4�\r\nSwanton, MD. 21561\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS!\r\n�\r\nThe Maryland\r\nDepartment of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives,\r\ncreating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking\r\npassionate individuals for the role of�Alcohol and Drug Counselor - Supervised.� So, join our team and make\r\na meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!�\r\n�\r\n\r\nThis is a full performance level of work, certified by the\r\nMaryland Board of Professional Counselors\r\nand Therapists at the Associate degree level. The CSC provides a\r\nfull range of counseling for\r\nsubstance use clients, with the least complex problems as\r\ndefined by standard treatment criteria,\r\nunder general supervision from a clinical supervisor, approved\r\nby the Maryland Board of\r\nProfessional Counselors and Therapists. Performs other related\r\nduties. In accordance with Health\r\nOccupations Title 17 and Code of Maryland Regulations 10.58.07.� Candidates must be certified by\r\nthe Board, of Professional Counselors and Therapists as a Certified\r\nSupervised Counselor-Alcohol\r\nand Drug.\r\n \r\n

POSITION DUTIES

This position is\r\nresponsible for the Backbone Mountain Youth Center. \r\nSome key responsibilities of this position may\r\ninclude, but not be limited, to the following:\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Provide\r\n individual, family, and group substance use counseling services to youth within\r\n a secure residential juvenile services setting.�\r\n Complete\r\n substance use screenings, assessments, treatment planning, progress notes, and\r\n discharge documentation in accordance with DJS and COMAR standards.�\r\n Facilitate\r\n evidence-based interventions focused on relapse prevention, coping skills,\r\n emotional regulation, and recovery support.�\r\n Respond\r\n to behavioral health crises and participate in an on-call rotation to provide\r\n emergency clinical support and intervention services.�\r\n Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment teams,\r\n education staff, medical providers, direct care staff, families, and community\r\n providers to support youth rehabilitation and continuity of care.\r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Determined\r\nby the Maryland State Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists under the\r\nrequirements for Certified Supervised Counselors-Alcohol and Drug. �\r\n�\r\n\r\nExperience: Determined by the\r\nMaryland State Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists under the\r\nrequirements for Certified Supervised Counselors-Alcohol and Drug.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The preferred candidate for this position may\r\npossess any of the following qualifications:\r\n�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Please include at\r\n least two desirables below.\r\n Experience providing\r\n substance use counseling services to adolescents or justice-involved youth.�\r\n Experience\r\n facilitating psychoeducational or therapeutic groups in a residential or secure\r\n treatment setting.�\r\n Knowledge of\r\n evidence-based practices related to substance use treatment, motivational\r\n interviewing, and trauma-informed care.\r\n Bilingual skills or\r\n experience working with culturally diverse populations.\r\n\r\n\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. In accordance with Health Occupations Title 17 and Code of Maryland Regulations 10.58.07, candidates appointed to positions in this classification must be eligible for and obtain certification by the Board of Professional Counselors as a Certified Supervised Counselor-Alcohol and Drug prior to permanent appointment. \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\n

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. \r\n2. 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. \r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Please ensure that your completed application includes sufficient\r\ninformation to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this\r\nrecruitment. All documentation related to your qualifications must be submitted\r\nby the closing date; information received after this date will not be\r\nconsidered. Candidates who meet the qualifications will remain on the certified\r\neligible list for a period of one (1) year. This list may also be used to fill\r\nsimilar positions within this classification in the future.\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment will involve a rating of your application\r\nbased on your education, training, and/or experience as it relates to the\r\nposition's requirements. Therefore,\r\nit is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your\r\napplication. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Please\r\nreport all relevant experience and education. For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be\r\nrequired to provide proof of equivalent American education, as determined by a\r\nForeign Credential Evaluation Service, at the time of hire. Please complete the\r\nsupplemental questionnaire, if applicable. They will be used when rating\r\napplications. Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire\r\nmust correspond to the information provided on your completed application to\r\nreceive credit. Missing or incomplete supplemental questionnaires may impact\r\nthe overall rating of your completed application. \r\nIf you are a Veteran applying for this position, please submit your DD\r\n214 Long Form with your completed application to receive proper credit.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY recommended. However,\r\nif you are unable to apply online, you may submit a completed paper application\r\nand supplemental questionnaire responses via email or fax to the addresses\r\nprovided below. If using fax or regular mail, ensure each page includes your\r\nFirst and Last Name, the Recruitment Number (located at the top of the\r\nposting), and the last four digits of your SS#. Paper application materials\r\nmust be received by 5:00 PM on the closing date for the recruitment. Applications\r\nreceived after this time, or those with incorrect forms, will not be accepted.\r\nPostmarks will not be considered.\r\n�\r\nMaryland Department of\r\nJuvenile Services\r\nOHR-Recruitment &\r\nExamination Unit\r\n217 E. Redwood Street\r\nBaltimore, MD 21202\r\nAttn: Recruitment Team, Recruitment # 26-001561-0002\r\nFax number\r\n410-333-4188\r\nTTY Users: call via\r\nMaryland Relay\r\n�\r\nIf you are having difficulty with your user account or have general\r\nquestions about the online application system, please contact the Maryland\r\nDepartment of Budget and Management,\r\n�\r\nRecruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. Should additional information regarding this\r\nrecruitment be required, please contact the Maryland Department of Juvenile\r\nServices, Recruitment and Examination Unit at djs.careers@maryland.gov. Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is\r\nlocated at the top of the bulletin.\r\n�\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to\r\nrecruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the\r\nState’s diversity.\r\n�\r\nDJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our\r\ncountry. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.\r\n�\r\nBilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to\r\napply for all recruitments.\r\n�\r\nCandidates with lived experience relating to the\r\ncriminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.\r\n�\r\nWe welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal\r\nservice to explore rewarding career opportunities.\r\n