Alcohol & Drug Counselor 2

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To be considered for this position you must apply online through this posting website (). We no longer accept paper applications. When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We will not give credit for your qualifications experience education and training in the job selection process if there is no evidence provided on your addition see resume is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be fully supported by the work experience/education sections of your application. You may check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website (). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email regularly.

Background Check Notice

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process assessment &/or interview please contact Andrew Seifert EEO Program Administrator at or .

Must have full Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor credential recognized by the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board or other Ohio licensing authority with jurisdiction over professionals authorized to provide counseling services (e.g. Medical Board; Psychology Board; Nursing Board; Counselor & Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board); valid drivers license.

Job Skills: Counseling and Rehabilitation

MAJOR WORKER CHARACTERISTICS
Knowledge of alcohol & other drug dependencies; counseling; agency policies & procedures relative to alcohol & other
drug dependency counseling. Skill in operation of personal computer*. Ability to recognize unusual or threatening
conditions & take appropriate action; define problems collect data establish facts & draw valid conclusions; write
meaningful concise & accurate reports; counsel inmates/offenders on sensitive alcohol & other drug dependency issues.

What youll do at DBH:

We are hiring for an Alcohol and Drug Counselor 2 position. This position requires a license as a chemical dependency counselor.

Under general supervision an Alcohol and Drug Counselor 2 provides drug and alcohol counseling and assists patients to function independently.

The Job Opportunity and Duties:

What you will do:

• Conduct interviews & provides counseling services to alcohol & other drug dependent patients/clients
• Facilitates screening and interviewing of patients/clients from intake to discharge
• Delivers direct services including facilitating of group & individual therapy
• Performs overall case management & crisis intervention
• Develops client treatment plans & ensures compliance with applicable standards agency policies &administrative regulations & institutional rules
• Monitors clients progress in treatment; maintains clinical case records documentation and case files
• Refers clients to community programs and resources. Works closely with AA/NA volunteers.
• Participates as part of treatment team (planning meetings case presentation and discussions and provides services in accordance with principles of a therapeutic community)
• Completes & maintains accurate and timely documentation and reports
• Maintains knowledge and adherence to compliance requirements for Joint Commission ODBH and COBH.
• Attends staff meetings trainings and conferences as required

This is anhourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union) with a pay range of#10on theOhio Health Care SEIU/1199Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are Monday - Friday mostly daytime hours with an occasional position is located within Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcareat 2200 West Broad Street Columbus Ohio 43223.

Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

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What is in it for you:

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website!

Our benefits package includes:

• Health insurance upon hireQuality affordable and competitive medical benefits are offered through the availableOhio Med of Ohio pays 85% of medical coverage premium low-cost deductibles (Single $400 per year Family $800 per year)
• Freedental & vision and basic life insurancefor union members duringeligibility period. Click for more information
• Up to $1000 in wellness incentives annually for employee and $350 for spouse
• Guaranteed11paid holidays
• Paid Time Off vacation personal and sick leave included
• Yearly Paid Time Off Cash Out option
• Childbirth/Adoption Leave
• Up to $3000 annuallyfor educational assistance professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
• Ohio Public Employees Retirement System:state of Ohio contributes 14% visit website for more informationOPERS
• Voluntary 457(b) retirement savings planvisitOhio Deferred Compensation for more information.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Alcohol and Drug Counselor 2

Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor

Who we are:

At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders.

We proudly employ over 3200 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals Ohio Pharmacy Services and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus OH.

Ohio DBH Values:

• Service-Oriented (Person Centered Solution Oriented Customer Service Focused)
• Collaborative (Approachable Reasonable Transparent)
• Value Driven
• Innovative (Yes Before No)
• Strong Sense of Urgency

Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well get well and stay well. Join our collaborative service-oriented environment where you will be respected and valued.