Behavioral Health Specialist, Hub and Spoke

Behavioral Health Specialist, Hub and Spoke About Us About Us Salary $28.00 - $30.00 per hour, depending on level of certification and licensure Posted Date 06/26/2026 Closing Date Continuous Bureau: Behavioral Health | System Planning and Management Full-Time County Contractual Position open to all qualified candidates. Location: 711 Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD 21401 Hours: 40 hours per week Benefits: Participation in the County’s group health plan including prescription, dental, and optical, paid holidays and sick leave. Optional deferred compensation program at employee's own expense. Job Description Nature of Work: As part of a member of a two-person team, support the county’s Hub and Spoke program. The program is designed not only to further expand access to buprenorphine to those with opioid use disorders residing in the county, but will also provide the needed coordination to create a robust bidirectional transfer of individuals based on level of need. The team works with the spoke sites to coordinate patient care within the hub-and-spoke network. The team travels to multiple spoke sites, meeting regularly with physicians and other staff to discuss cases; provide assessments, recommendations, and referrals; develop protocols; and coordinate among staff and sites providing services for the individual. Minimum Qualifications Education: Associate degree in counseling or human services or related field from an accredited college or university. Experience: Two years of experience in substance use treatment. Ability to conduct screenings and assessments for substance use disorder treatment with an understanding of ASAM levels of care and DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for opioid use disorder. Experience providing care coordination and case management services. License or Certification: LMSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, LCPC, LCADC, CAC-AD, CSC-AD, ADT Notes: Must have a personal vehicle available for travel to perform work duties and a current Maryland driver’s license with a clear driving record. Desired or Preferred Qualifications: Good standing as a Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Graduate Counselor (LGPC), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker–Certified (LCSW-C). Certification by the Board of Professional Counselors as a CAC-AD, CSC-AD and ADT will be considered. How to Apply Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications can apply. Send a completed County application or resume to: Human Resources 3 Harry S. Truman Parkway Annapolis, MD 21401 Fax to 410-222-4392 or email hdrecruiter@aacounty.org.