<p>GRADE</p> <p>ASTD11\n</p> <p>LOCATION OF POSITION</p> <p>MDH, Harford County Health Department, Bel Air, MD\n</p> <p>Main Purpose of Job</p> <p>This position is the Substance Abuse and Treatment Services (SATS) Specialist that applies counseling principles, practices, and methods in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of psychological and physiological problems. This position will provide on-site screening,\nassessment, urinalysis coordination, and referral to treatment for clients referred by the\nHarford County Department of Social Services (DSS) who are applying for Temporary Cash\nAssistance (TCA), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, and\nMedical Assistance (MA). This position will provide screening services with referrals to collateral agencies as\nappropriate. This position will support the Harford County Health Department's Bureau\nof Behavioral Health's (Bureau) mission and fulfills the requirements of the Maryland\nDepartment of Health's Gender Specific Services Office (GSS) by ensuring individuals have\naccess to behavioral health services that promote resilience, recovery, and freedom from\naddiction.\n</p> <p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</p> <p>Education:? ?Determined by the Maryland State Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists under the requirements for Alcohol and Drug Trainees. \nExperience:? None\n</p> <p>LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS</p> <ol> <li>In accordance with Health Occupations Title 17 and Code of Maryland Regulations 10.58.07, employees in this classification must apply for and receive a letter of authorization to practice as a trainee from the Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists within 90 days of their date of hire. \n2. In accordance with Health Occupations Title 17 employees in this classification must also successfully obtain certification from the Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists as a Certified Supervised Counselor-Alcohol and Drug within one year of meeting the experience requirement for a Certified Supervised Counselor-Alcohol and Drug. \n3. 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. \n </li></ol> <p>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</p> <ol> <li>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. \n2. 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. \n </li></ol> <p>SELECTION PROCESS</p> <p>Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.?Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.?Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.?Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).?\nComplete applications must be submitted by the closing date.?Information submitted after this date will not be added.?\nIncorrect application forms will not be accepted.?Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.\nCandidates may remain on the?certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.\n</p> <p>BENEFITS</p> <p>STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\n</p> <p>FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS</p> <p>Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online,?the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.?Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.\nIf additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.? If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information?to 410-333-5689.?Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the?MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.\nIf you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or?Application.Help@maryland.gov.?\nAppropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\n</p>