ALCOHOL AND DRUG SUPERVISED COUNSELOR

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DJS- Behavioral Health Division

Backbone Mountain Youth Center

124 Camp Rd. #4 

Swanton, MD. 21561

Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS!

 

The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role of Alcohol and Drug Counselor - Supervised.  So, join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS! 

 

This is a full performance level of work, certified by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists at the Associate degree level. The CSC provides a full range of counseling for substance use clients, with the least complex problems as defined by standard treatment criteria, under general supervision from a clinical supervisor, approved by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists. Performs other related duties. In accordance with Health Occupations Title 17 and Code of Maryland Regulations 10.58.07.  Candidates must be certified by the Board, of Professional Counselors and Therapists as a Certified Supervised Counselor-Alcohol and Drug.

This position is responsible for the Backbone Mountain Youth Center.

Some key responsibilities of this position may include, but not be limited, to the following:

• Provide individual, family, and group substance use counseling services to youth within a secure residential juvenile services setting. 
• Complete substance use screenings, assessments, treatment planning, progress notes, and discharge documentation in accordance with DJS and COMAR standards. 
• Facilitate evidence-based interventions focused on relapse prevention, coping skills, emotional regulation, and recovery support. 
• Respond to behavioral health crises and participate in an on-call rotation to provide emergency clinical support and intervention services. 
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment teams, education staff, medical providers, direct care staff, families, and community providers to support youth rehabilitation and continuity of care.

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.

The preferred candidate for this position may possess any of the following qualifications:

 

• Please include at least two desirables below.
• Experience providing substance use counseling services to adolescents or justice-involved youth. 
• Experience facilitating psychoeducational or therapeutic groups in a residential or secure treatment setting. 
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices related to substance use treatment, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care.
• Bilingual skills or experience working with culturally diverse populations.

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.

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.

Please ensure that your completed application includes sufficient information to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All documentation related to your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; information received after this date will not be considered. Candidates who meet the qualifications will remain on the certified eligible list for a period of one (1) year. This list may also be used to fill similar positions within this classification in the future.

The assessment will involve a rating of your application based on your education, training, and/or experience as it relates to the position's requirements. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Please report all relevant experience and education. For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of equivalent American education, as determined by a Foreign Credential Evaluation Service, at the time of hire. Please complete the supplemental questionnaire, if applicable. They will be used when rating applications. Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your completed application to receive credit. Missing or incomplete supplemental questionnaires may impact the overall rating of your completed application.

If you are a Veteran applying for this position, please submit your DD 214 Long Form with your completed application to receive proper credit.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

The online application process is STRONGLY recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, you may submit a completed paper application and supplemental questionnaire responses via email or fax to the addresses provided below. If using fax or regular mail, ensure each page includes your First and Last Name, the Recruitment Number (located at the top of the posting), and the last four digits of your SS#. Paper application materials must be received by 5:00 PM on the closing date for the recruitment. Applications received after this time, or those with incorrect forms, will not be accepted. Postmarks will not be considered.

 

Maryland Department of Juvenile Services

OHR-Recruitment & Examination Unit

217 E. Redwood Street

Baltimore, MD 21202

Attn: Recruitment Team, Recruitment # 26-001561-0002

Fax number 410-333-4188

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

 

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the Maryland Department of Budget and Management,

 

Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required, please contact the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services, Recruitment and Examination Unit at djs.careers@maryland.gov. Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of the bulletin.

 

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

 

DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.

 

Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments.

 

Candidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.

 

We welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal service to explore rewarding career opportunities.