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Job Posting: Substance Disorder Counselor
Baltimore County $49,757.00 - $62,265.00 Annually Towson, MD MERIT 04.407 12-23 HHS/BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Examples of Duties
Under general supervision, provides diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, and skilled counseling to individuals participating in a substance disorder treatment program and provides skilled counseling to individuals with other problems stemming from alcohol or drug abuse such as codependency and children of alcoholics. Interviews and evaluates new clients with complex problems relating to alcohol and other drug use. Performs specialized evaluations and makes treatment recommendations for the criminal justice and court system. Conducts specified assessments related to incarcerated individuals and for attorneys. Prepares and implements treatment plans. Prepares all necessary forms and reports for the case/medical record. Monitors client progress through the course of treatment, reevaluating and adapting the treatment plan at required intervals. Monitors dually diagnosed clients and makes referrals to mental health providers as appropriate. Conducts substance use educational programs for clients and other interested parties. Conducts required assessments for referred individuals. Leads a variety of counseling groups for individuals in various stages of recovery from substance use or those with related concerns. Provides individual counseling for complex cases as needed. Participates in staff conferences and serves as a member of the treatment team. Maintains medical records and files, including reports of client activities. Recommends and arranges referrals when necessary. Provides evaluation and individual and group treatment to individuals with substance use disorder who are incarcerated at the Baltimore County Detention Center. Provides re-entry services to include linkage to treatment and other resources for individuals transitioning from the Baltimore County Detention Center to the community. Examples of other duties include representing the program at meetings and performing other related duties as required. Qualifications
Required qualifications include possession of a valid Certified Associate Counselor-Alcohol and Drug (CAC-AD) certificate, or a Certified Professional Counselor-Alcohol and Drug (CPC-AD) certificate, or a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) certificate, or a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) certificate issued by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists. Licenses and certificates must be maintained throughout employment. Proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school are required to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of licenses, certifications, and education will result in your application not being considered. Degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. is required for applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America. Examination procedure: applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes. Conditions of Employment
Employees hired after July 1, 2022 are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions. The work of this classification is essentially sedentary with occasional walking, standing, lifting or other restricted physical activity. Positions may require traveling between work sites. Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.
Baltimore County $49,757.00 - $62,265.00 Annually Towson, MD MERIT 04.407 12-23 HHS/BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Examples of Duties
Under general supervision, provides diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, and skilled counseling to individuals participating in a substance disorder treatment program and provides skilled counseling to individuals with other problems stemming from alcohol or drug abuse such as codependency and children of alcoholics. Interviews and evaluates new clients with complex problems relating to alcohol and other drug use. Performs specialized evaluations and makes treatment recommendations for the criminal justice and court system. Conducts specified assessments related to incarcerated individuals and for attorneys. Prepares and implements treatment plans. Prepares all necessary forms and reports for the case/medical record. Monitors client progress through the course of treatment, reevaluating and adapting the treatment plan at required intervals. Monitors dually diagnosed clients and makes referrals to mental health providers as appropriate. Conducts substance use educational programs for clients and other interested parties. Conducts required assessments for referred individuals. Leads a variety of counseling groups for individuals in various stages of recovery from substance use or those with related concerns. Provides individual counseling for complex cases as needed. Participates in staff conferences and serves as a member of the treatment team. Maintains medical records and files, including reports of client activities. Recommends and arranges referrals when necessary. Provides evaluation and individual and group treatment to individuals with substance use disorder who are incarcerated at the Baltimore County Detention Center. Provides re-entry services to include linkage to treatment and other resources for individuals transitioning from the Baltimore County Detention Center to the community. Examples of other duties include representing the program at meetings and performing other related duties as required. Qualifications
Required qualifications include possession of a valid Certified Associate Counselor-Alcohol and Drug (CAC-AD) certificate, or a Certified Professional Counselor-Alcohol and Drug (CPC-AD) certificate, or a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) certificate, or a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) certificate issued by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists. Licenses and certificates must be maintained throughout employment. Proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school are required to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of licenses, certifications, and education will result in your application not being considered. Degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. is required for applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America. Examination procedure: applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes. Conditions of Employment
Employees hired after July 1, 2022 are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions. The work of this classification is essentially sedentary with occasional walking, standing, lifting or other restricted physical activity. Positions may require traveling between work sites. Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.