Behavioral Health Associate Counselor, Grade 20

Montgomery County • 1500 E Gude Dr Rockville MD 20850 USA, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Drug Court Program is currently recruiting for a Behavioral Health Associate Counselor to work with our team. We are looking for a warm and friendly addition to the team. The duties include a range of responsibilities related working with our drug court treatment team to provide services to clients with Opioid Use Disorder on the path to recovery and well-being.

Requirements

• State of Maryland certification as Certified Supervised Counselor, Alcohol/Drug (CSC-AD); or, Certified Associate Counselor, Alcohol/Drug (CAC-AD).
• Possession of a valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant's state of residence when required for job-related duties.

Nice To Haves

• Considerable knowledge of addiction counselling and treatment theory
• Working knowledge of HIV disease and an understanding of treatment adherence
• Licensure as Certified Addictions Counsellor (CAC), Certified Associate Counsellor-Alcohol and Drugs (CSC-AD)
• Experience working in a substance abuse treatment program

Responsibilities

• Provide substance use assessment, counseling and referrals to clients coming for care with the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services HIV Program.
• Assessment, Counselling, and Referral of HIV infected clients seen in HIV clinical services
• Participates in Ryan White Part A substance abuse planning, policy, and regional planning council committee work.
• Attends semi-monthly multidisciplinary team meetings and in-services
• Consults with clinical staff regarding addiction treatment strategies.

Benefits

• The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $67,672 - $103,266 , based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed