The NC Department of Adult Correction continuously recruits for SUBSTANCE ABSUE WORKERS and COUNSELORS.

These are full-time positions (40 hours per week) with State Benefits including retirement, health insurance, vacation leave, sick leave, parental leave, and paid holidays. Shift Premium Pay(Download PDF reader) is also available in addition to the base salary for employees assigned to 2nd and 3rd shifts.

About the Section:
The Alcoholism and Chemical Dependency Program (ACDP) Section administers and coordinates chemical dependency screening and substance abuse treatment services in the Dept. of Adult Correction.

Black Mountain, NC - Black Mountain Substance Abuse Treatment Center for Women: The Black Mountain Substance Abuse Treatment Center for Women (BMSATCW) is a 96-bed residential treatment center providing chemical dependency treatment services to probationers sent by the courts and to parolees released from the NC prison system. This facility serves women and is located in the mountains of western North Carolina.

**SUBSTANCE ABUSE WORKERS**

Substance Abuse Workers provide paraprofessional services in 24/7 residential treatment centers. These centers serve probationers sent by the courts and parolees released from the NC prison system and are located in Black Mountain, NC, and Goldsboro, NC. Applicants may choose to be considered at one or both locations. Job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Monitoring resident behavior and activities.
• Applying intervention techniques when needed.
• Providing basic substance abuse information services.
• Setting up, cleaning up, and maintaining the food service and equipment areas.
• Administering medications provided by the medical staff.
• Loading and unloading facility supplies, as needed.
• Documenting all incidents and medical emergencies.
• Completing shift reports.
• Transporting clients from across the state to this facility. This may occur at any hour of the day or night while on duty.
• Monitoring the security of buildings, grounds, and vehicles.
• Thoroughly understanding the security and emergency procedures of the facility.
• Developing effective working relationships with coworkers and other professionals involved in treating substance use disorders.

Selected candidates are REQUIRED to:

• Be available to work any shift (3rd, 2nd, and 1st)to staff the 24/7 operation of these facilities. Typically, candidates are assigned to 2nd or 3rd shift but may temporarily work other shifts (e.g. if another employee is on vacation) or may be permanently assigned to another shift due to operational needs. Employees work 10-hour shifts for 4 days a week.
• Work weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.
• Accommodate modifications to work schedules including hold-over or schedule changes on short notice to provide critical operational needs.
• Maintain a valid driver's license with no driving restrictions.
• Transport probationers or parolees in departmental vehicles at any time during the night or day while on duty. This may require driving in different types of weather, traffic, or road conditions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application.

To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:

• A valid driver's license with no driving restrictions.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills needed for composing reports in a word-processing program and for composing emails.

NOTE: Applicants must pass a background check to be eligible for this job.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma AND one year of experience working with individuals who are undergoing treatment for substance use disorders

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Please Note: An Associate Degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, or Chemical Dependency is a valid substitute for the one year of experience listed above. Applicants possessing an associate degree or higher in one of these fields may be considered for this position even if they do not have experience working with individuals undergoing treatment for substance use disorders.

**SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELORS**

Substance Abuse Counselors are the front line of prison treatment programs in the Alcoholism & Chemical Dependency Program. Job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Developing, implementing, and coordinating treatment plans for each client.
• Conducting intake and assessments of clients and gathering social histories.
• Conducting treatment progress evaluations.
• Facilitating group therapy.
• Documenting information in OPUS (an internal electronic system).
• Preparing discharge summaries.
• Assisting clients in developing recovery plans and community support as well as maintaining appropriate participation and progress in attaining treatment goals.

**Applicants must possess a current certification from the North Carolina Addictions Specialist Professional Practice Board to qualify for this position.

**Applicants must pass a background check to be eligible for this job

The typical work schedule is M-T 10 hours (40 hours per week).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. Click these links for additional information: Introduction to the Job Applicationand Addressing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. (Note: These links were created for applicants of Dept. of Public Safety jobs and may not reflect the policies or procedures of other State agencies.)

To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:

• Experience providing group and individual counseling

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Qualifications: Credentialed as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), or as a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist – Associate (LCAS-A), or in an equivalent credential from a governing authority recognized by the NC Addictions Specialist Professional Practice Board

NOTE: To obtain certified status in the CADC credential, one must complete three years of counseling under the supervision of a licensed professional and satisfy these requirements of the NC Addictions Specialist Professional Practice Board(Download PDF reader). Out-of-state applicants with similar credentials from an IC&RC Member Board will also be considered.

In addition, applicants possessing one of these credentials from a governing authority recognized by the NC Addictions Specialist Professional Practice Board will be considered:

• Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS)
• Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC)
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC)

Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.

DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31,200.00 - $69,048.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Addiction Medicine

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Holidays
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

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