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ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION COORDINATOR

Recruitment #17-004403-0002

Introduction

**This recruitment is limited to current Charles County Health Department employees only**

GRADE

13

LOCATION OF POSITION

DHMH, Charles County Health Department, White Plains, MD

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of a Coordinator of Special Programs is to plan, develop, and implement prevention programs, environmental strategies, evidenced based and best practice programs which address the community's needs around tobacco, alcohol and drugs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Possession of 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.

Notes:

l. 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.

2. Additional experience as specified above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

3. Graduate level education in behavioral sciences, health services, human services or education may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

4. 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. 

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

**This recruitment is limited to current Charles County Health Department employees only**

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees 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 PROCESS

Applicants 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., a copy of the evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service must accompany the application.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  We will not consider information submitted after this date.  Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year.

Online applications are highly recommended, however the paper application may be submitted to DHMH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.  The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If unable to upload, please fax requested information only 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.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DHMH 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.

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS

The incumbent in this position is a member of a covered bargaining unit and will be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.

 

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.




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