Alcohol and Drug Certified Associate Counselor, Supervisor PSCS A​/D Associate Counselor Supervisor

Introduction

If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, join the DPSCS team today! The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services is one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. We are committed to promoting safety, increasing security at our institutions, and leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that help offenders reintegrate into society upon release.

As a member of the DPSCS team, you will enjoy a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (vacation, sick leave), State pension, supplemental retirement options, and access to the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.

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This recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies across the state of Maryland. When completing the application, select all locations you are willing to work.

Baltimore City

The main purpose of this position is to provide substance abuse assessment and/or placement consultation to selected offenders under the jurisdiction of the Division of Parole and Probation.

• Applicants must meet all minimum qualifications and license requirements to be considered.
• Education:
  
  Determined by the Maryland State Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists under the requirements for Certified Associate Counselors Supervisor – Alcohol and Drug.
• Experience:
  
  Determined by the Maryland State Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists under the requirements for Certified Associate Counselors Supervisor – Alcohol and Drug.

• Must be certified by the Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists as a Certified Professional Counselor – Alcohol and Drug (Health Occupations Title 17 and Code of Maryland Regulations 10.58.07).
• May be assigned duties that require operation of a motor vehicle; a valid motor vehicle operator's license in Maryland is required.

• The candidate must be fluent in spoken and written English and effectively communicate with diverse populations.
• Professional working fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, Korean, or any other language is a plus.
• Must possess graded courses in management and supervision as defined by the ADAA; training must be approved by ADAA. Inquiries should be addressed to the Office of Education and Training for Addiction Services.
• Employees are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09.

Please provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications. All information must be submitted by the closing date. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible employment list for at least one year.

The assessment may include a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the position. Submit all relevant experience and education.

As a State employee, you have access to health, dental, and vision plans at a low cost.

• Personal Leave – six personnel days annually (prorated based on start date)
• Annual Leave – ten days per year
• Sick Leave – fifteen days per year
• Parental Leave – up to sixty days paid upon birth or adoption
• Holidays – at least twelve state holidays per year
• Pension – credit towards retirement pension

Additional benefits may include release time for job‑related CEU training, reimbursement for licensure or certification costs, and tuition reimbursement through the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Online applications are highly recommended. If you cannot apply online, email the paper application and supplemental questionnaire to tiara.mills. All materials must be received by the closing date.

For questions, contact HRSD‑Recruitment Division at 410‑585‑3999 or Tiara Mills ls.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.