Human Service Associate (Behavioral Health)

Baltimore County, MD • Towson, MD

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About The Position

A vacancy exists 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 any Office or Department of Baltimore County general Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. All interested candidates must apply at this time. List allpromotionsand changes in job duties due toreclassificationas separate work experience on your application. You 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. YouMUSTattach your transcript(s)/degree(s) and license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable. Failure to submit proof ofLicenses,CertificationsandEducationwill result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. The primary responsibility of this position is to conduct alcohol and drug use screenings for adolescents in an alternative school setting and/or clinic. The role also includes facilitating educational classes for at-risk youth on substance use and prevention. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to build rapport with youth and school personnel, and possess strong verbal and written communication skills. At the time of application individual must possess a valid Maryland Driver's License and have reliable transportation.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in a social or behavioral science.
• Experience as described in essential duties may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education.
• At the time of application individual must possess a valid Maryland Driver's License and have reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Possession of a valid certification or license issued by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists, such as: Certified Supervised Counselor-Alcohol and Drug (CSC-AD) Certified Associate Counselor-Alcohol and Drug (CAC-AD) Certified Professional Counselor-Alcohol and Drug (CPC-AD) Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

Responsibilities

• Serves as a care coordinator and client case manager.
• Outreach, referral for substance use and mental health counseling.
• Linkage to community support services to include housing and employment services, and naloxone training.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and will provide data for reporting as requested.
• Provide services on-site and Baltimore County Detention Center and in the community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support