Alcohol and Drug Counselor II - Non-Merit

Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week

A Non-Merit vacancy exist in the Bureau of Behavioral Health, Department of Health and Human Services.  

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in this classification may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application.  Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note:  Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered.  A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position.  Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.  Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.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. 

Examples of Duties

• Conducts alcohol and drug use screening for food stamps and temporary cash assistant applicants.
• Interviews and evaluates new clients with complex problems relating to alcohol and other drug use.
• Provides case management services to a active caseload.
• Conducts assessments and screenings.
• Prepares all necessary forms and reports for the case/medical record.
• 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.
• 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.

Examples of Other Duties
Represents the program at meetings.
Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)Required Qualifications
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.

This position will be stationed at a local department of Social Service's office. 

Must have strong verbal and written communication skills. 

Licenses and Certificates
Possession of a valid Certified Associate Counselor-Alcohol and Drug (CAC-AD) certificate, a Certified Professional Counselor-Alcohol and Drug (CPC-AD) certificate, 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 is required at the time of application.

Some positions may require possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license.

All licenses and certifications must be maintained throughout employment.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school 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. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Alcohol and Drug Counselor II - Non-Merit
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

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.

Employees hired after July 1, 2022 are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions. 

Physical and Environmental Conditions
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.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment background investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprint checks.