Substance Abuse Counselor, Clinical

Job Classification Title Substance Abuse Counselor, Clinical (NS) Agency Department of Health and Human Services Division W B Jones Alcohol , Drug Abuse Trt Ctr Position Number 60036602 Grade NC12 About Us The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well‑being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence. Description of Work The Substance Abuse Counselor, Clinical will provide direct client care services to an outpatient opiate/opioid dependent population of men and women admitted to the Walter B Jones Centers Opioid Treatment Program, and consistent with standards of the Center and Joint Commission. This position focuses on screening individuals presenting for services, individual and group counseling, case management and psycho‑education with an assigned group of outpatient clients. This position will be a "first responder" for 24‑hour crisis response to enrolled individuals. The Substance Abuse Counselor, Clinical work primarily as part of a treatment triad to provide clinical services and a single counseling caseload can be up to 50 clients. Recruitment Range Recruitment Range: $45,926.00 - 80,369.00 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge of psycho‑pharmaceutical therapies and drug interactions. Knowledge and practical application of advanced therapeutic approaches, group dynamics, crisis intervention, family and trauma‑focused therapy. Knowledge of the substance abuse addiction process, including psychological and physical withdrawal. Skill in establishing rapport with clients and their families and in applying techniques of assessing psychosocial, behavioral, and psychological aspects of addiction. Skill in expressing ideas clearly and concisely and in working effectively with staff and clients. Position Designation Per G.S. 126-5(cl) (37), this position is Exempt from all provisions of NC General Statute Chapter 126 (State Human Resources Act) with the exception of Articles 6 and 7. This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events. Minimum Education and Experience Licensed as a Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS) or as a Clinical Supervisor Intern (CSI) from a governing authority recognized by the NC Addictions Specialist Professional Practice Board to practice under the provisions of the North Carolina Substance Abuse Professional Practice Act. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr NC Department of Health and Human Services