Behavioral Hlth Counselor 1

Counselor Position

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives?

The Department of Community Supervision (DCS) provides team members with the opportunity to do just that! We are looking for dedicated Counselors to provide guidance and support to individuals under community supervision. If you have a heart for service and a talent for empowering others, this is your opportunity to be a part of a team that transforms lives and strengthens communities. DCS is a nationally recognized leader in the field of community supervision. Our innovation and use of technology are what set us apart from other community supervision agencies. We pride ourselves on being the largest law enforcement agency within the state of Georgia, with the great responsibility of monitoring, coaching, and providing opportunities for successful outcomes for individuals under parole and probation supervision. DCS offers the most up-to-date and specialized training and provides opportunities for growth within our agency. Our commitment to evidence-based practices is pushed forward by our pursuit of "next practice" innovations that will enable us to continuously improve our contribution to the lives of those we serve.

Come join our team!

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Counsel with emphasis on prevention and/or behavior modification with individuals under supervision in the criminal justice system on probation or parole.
• Act as an advocate to coordinate identified services addressing employment, housing, basic adult education, cognitive restructuring, mental health, life skills, and substance use.
• Act as an advocate to resolve crisis situations
• Collect information about individuals under supervision through assessments, interviews, observations, and random drug screening.
• Counsel individuals under supervision in individual and group sessions to help develop coping skills and recover from dependencies.
• Develop and implement treatment plans
• Maintain confidentiality of records relating to the client's treatment
• Monitor, evaluate, and record individual progress according to measurable goals described in the treatment plan.
• Prepare, document, and maintain all case notes, treatment records, and reports.
• Facilitate substance use and/or cognitive programming, based on the needs of each circuit. Non-traditional hours may be required to ensure program delivery. Travel may also be required for training, court, and to facilitate groups in other assigned locations.
• If not certified upon hire, counselors must work towards obtaining certification (costs provided by DCS) by completing education hours and clinical supervision hours as set forth by the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Certification Board of Georgia (ADACBGA).

Preferred Qualifications:

One year of experience providing individual and/or group counseling services to clients identified to have substance abuse needs. Experience in facilitating Cognitive Behavior therapy classes. Certification as an addiction counselor from the Georgia Addiction Counselors Association (GACA) or equivalent certification. Credentialing (i.e., Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CADC/CAC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or comparable credential).

Soft Skills

• Organization
• Communication
• Team Work

Disqualifiers for the Position: Non-Sworn Employment Disqualifiers Notification Salary/Benefits

• $45,498.96 (Non-Credentialed)
• $47,773.91 (Credentialed)

Other Benefits:

• 13 Paid Holidays
• Semi-Monthly Annual/Sick Leave Accrual
• Work/Life Balance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Insurance Medical/Dental/Vision

INCENTIVES:

• 5% increase at 12-month anniversary and 5% upon initial credentialing (i.e., Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CADC/CAC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or comparable credential);
• Internal clinical supervision and continuing education credits to pursue certification through the Alcohol & Drug Certification Board of GA (ADACBGA) and CEUs at no cost for credentialed staff.
• Training and professional development opportunities

Bachelor's degree in in counseling or a related field from an accredited college or university or certification as an addiction counselor from the Georgia Addiction Counselors Association (GACA) or equivalent certification.