ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION COORDINATOR SUBSTANCE USE PREVENTION AND RESILIENCY PROGRAM COORDINATOR

GRADE14LOCATION OF POSITIONMDH, Carroll County Health DepartmentWestminster, MD 21157Main Purpose of JobThe main purpose of this position is to assist the Prevention Supervisor in the coordination and implementation of required grant strategies. This position will be responsible for assessing, designing, coordinating and implementing alcohol and drug abuse prevention programs and services for Carroll County. This position will conduct evidence-based parenting programs in the community and present prevention programs to all grade levels in schools throughout Carroll County. This position will also conduct community outreach and educational awareness events.

This position will complete monthly data collection and enter data into the state MDS system. Minimum Qualifications Education : A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with thirty credits in behavioral science, health services, human services or education. Experience : Two years of experience in counseling alcohol or drug dependent clients; in providing therapeutic education services to alcohol or drug dependent persons and their families; or in directing school or community health education. Notesl.

Sixty credit hours from an accredited college or university to include l8 credit hours in the behavioral sciences, health services, human services or education and an additional two years of experience as specified above may be substituted for the required education. Additional experience as specified above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Applicants may substitute graduate level education in behavioral sciences, health services, human services or education, on a year-for-year basis, for the required experience. Candidates may substitute U. S.

Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Drug and Alcohol Counseling or Health Care Administration classifications or Mental/Behavioral Health and Drug and Alcohol Counseling or Health Services Administration specialty codes in the health related field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required education. Desired Or Preferred QualificationsThe desired candidate should possess the following: 1. Experience delivering community health and substance use education to a variety of audiences. 2. Experience communicating effectively with coworkers, management personnel, program participants, community partner agencies and the general public.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONSEmployees 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. SELECTION PROCESSApplicants 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). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Candidates 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. Benefits STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS FURTHER INSTRUCTIONSOnline 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. If 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. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.

If 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 . Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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