Job Description

Posting number: 10968

Department: Department of Corrections

Division: Behavioral Health and Wellness Services

Job classification: Counselor 1G

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Safety, Professional, Counseling

Summary

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Come join our team!

Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

The Prince George's County Government Department of Corrections is currently seeking highly qualified candidates to fill an LTGF Counselor 1G (Counselor 1G) position, grade G18 in the Behavioral Health and Wellness Services, Program Services Division.

This is a full-time temporary Limited Term Grant Funded (LTGF) contractual position with benefits.

Applicant Limit Notice: Please be advised that applications for this position will be capped at a maximum of 100 submissions. Once this threshold has been reached, the posting will close, and no further applications will be accepted. We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly to ensure consideration.

About the Position

This is an entry-level professional position providing counseling treatment interventions with offenders in a correctional facility. The incumbents selected for this position will facilitate both individual and group counseling sessions and provide support to clients who are struggling with substance use disorders (SUDs) and mental health illnesses. They will gather in-depth psycho-social histories that capture clients' backgrounds, experiences, and current challenges to create treatment plans. Additionally, incumbents will create thorough needs assessments identifying each client's specific requirements and goals. The incumbents will maintain accurate and detailed client files to ensure adequate ongoing support and compliance with legal standards.

Please note – Bilingual applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. In addition, the posted salary represents the position's maximum budgeted earning potential.

About the Agency

The Prince George's County Department of Corrections provides a safe, secure and humane environment for pre-trial and sentenced offenders. We also provide rehabilitative programs to inmates such as education, juvenile services, religious services, domestic violence, barber styling school, nail technician, women's empowerment, substance abuse drug treatment, and community re-entry.

Examples of duties

• Conduct comprehensive screenings and assessments on clients entering treatment to determine appropriate services.
• Implement appropriate therapeutic interventions for identified areas of concern.
• Facilitate weekly evidence-based groups utilizing the group curriculum.
• Provide individual counseling to clients in need of therapeutic and supportive services on caseload.
• Update the client’s treatment plans every 30 days. Develop, access, and maintain resources to assist with clients' pre- and post-release plans.
• Maintain ongoing contact with a caseload of approximately 25 clients.
• Maintain appropriate HIPAA-compliant electronic health records and case files for all clinical cases.
• Maintain accurate up-to-date records to support statistics. Submits weekly and monthly statistics as required.
• Participate in weekly individual clinical supervision and monthly staff meetings with the Clinical Coordinator.
• Complete all required continuing education units to maintain a professional license or certification.
• Willingly and conscientiously adhere to the established County Employment Code of Ethics, the ACA codes of ethics, and to diligently and responsibly uphold the County’s high standard of customer service.
• Willingly and cooperatively perform tasks and duties assigned, which may not be specifically listed in this contract, but are within the occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee’s class of work.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must meet all minimum qualifications listed below to be eligible for additional consideration:

• Master's degree from an accredited College or University in Counseling, Social Work, or a closely related field; or Doctoral degree in Counseling, Social Work, or Psychology.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• One (1) year of full-time, post-licensure clinical experience providing professional mental health counseling services.
• Must possess one of the following licenses and have passed the National Counselors Examination and the Maryland State Law Test:
• LCPC: Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
• LGPC: Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor
• LCADC: Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor
• LGADC: Licensed Graduate Alcohol and Drug Counselor
• LCP: Licensed Clinical Psychologist
• LCMFT: Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist
• LGMFT: Licensed Graduate Marriage and family Therapist

Must possess and maintain one of the licenses listed. In addition, applicants must have passed the National Counselors Examination or be eligible for licensure by endorsement. The State of Maryland accepts licensure by endorsement for counselors who meet all applicable requirements, including education, examination, and professional standing. Licensure must be obtained prior to appointment and maintained throughout the duration of employment.

An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered, but there is no equivalency for the required professional license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW-C)
• Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW)
• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
• Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC)
• Certified Addiction Counselor - Alcohol and Drugs (CAC- AD)
• Certified Supervised Counselor - Alcohol and Drugs (CSC – AD)

EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.

Supplemental information

Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Tentative Interview Dates: October 27 - 29th. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location: Department of Correction, 13400 Dille Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):

• Be willing to work in a Correctional Facility
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
• Possess and maintain a current license or certification as stated in the Minimum Qualifications section.
• Pass a drug screening and subsequent random drug screens.
• Pass a physical examination that includes TB testing.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Complete forty (40) hours of New Employee Security Orientation Training.
• Complete a Correctional Entry-Level Training (CELT) academy, if required.
• Be able and willing to work day and evening shifts.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable.
• Be willing to be essential. The incumbent selected for this position must be willing to stay or report to work during a man-made crisis or inclement weather when other county employees have been granted administrative leave.