ALCOHOL AND DRUG SUPERVISED COUNSELOR
Recruitment #14-001561-006
Department | DPSCS-Baltimore Pretrial Complex |
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Date Opened | 9/12/2014 2:20:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 9/26/2014 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $33,715.00 - $53,123.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Crystal Robinson |
Work Location |
Baltimore City
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Introduction
This is a specific recruitment for the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. The resulting eligible list will be used to fill positions in DPSCS Correctional facilities throughout the State of Maryland. Applicants certified to this list will remain eligible for at least one year.
GRADE
12
LOCATION OF POSITION
Although this particular position is located at the Baltimore City Detention Center in Baltimore, Maryland, this recruitment will be used to fill future vacancies throughout the State of Maryland. Therefore, you should indicate every MD County where you are willing to accept employment on your application.
Main Purpose of Job
To assess all incoming inmates in a designated institution for substance abuse problems and provide counseling, intervention, intense treatment and rehabilitation services to those inmates with substance about disorder(s) which may also include inmates that are dually diagnosed. Develop client treatment plans and make referrals to facilitate the clients' use of available support systems and community resources.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Education: Determined by the Maryland State Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists under the requirements for Certified Supervised Counselors-Alcohol and Drug.
Experience: Determined by the Maryland State Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists under the requirements for Certified Supervised Counselors-Alcohol and Drug.
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.
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. 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
The examination may consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the job. If you do not receive a request for supplemental information, the rating may be based on your application. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligibility list categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED, or QUALIFIED. The list will be valid for at least one year and may be extended. The list will be used by the hiring agency to select employees.
BENEFITS
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are STRONGLY preferred, however the paper application may be submitted to:
DPSCS, R&E Unit
6776 Reisterstown Road, Suite 309
Baltimore, MD 21215
ATTN: ORobi
The paper application must be received by 5 p.m. on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. If you have any questions about this recruitment call 410-585-3060.
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
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