What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Abuse and Treatment Services (SATS) Addiction Specialist position at Anne Arundel County Health Department?
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ContinuousBureau: Behavioral Health Services | System Planning and Management
Job Description
Nature of Work:
Work with all customers who are referred by the local Department of Social Services to screen, assess and refer to treatment any individual who needs substance use disorder treatment. Provide and refer for urinalysis services and case-manage all individuals in the Substance Abuse and Treatment Services (SATS) by providing follow-up on all individuals on a monthly basis.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Associate degree in counseling, human services or related field from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
Conducting screenings and assessments for substance use disorder treatment with an understanding of American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) levels of care and Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition (DSM-5) 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. Must have a current Maryland driver’s license with a clear driving record.
Desired or Preferred Qualifications:
Good standing as a Licensed Master 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 Certified Associate Counselor – Alcohol and Drug (CAC-AD), Certified Supervised Counselor – Alcohol and Drug (CSC-AD) and Alcohol and Drug Trainee (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.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Smoke-Free Workplace
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Anne Arundel County
State of Maryland
Reference #4067
Salary : $28 - $30
