Substance Abuse Counselor ACDP

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The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention protection and preparation as well as the care custody and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody healthcare and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration Health Services Rehabilitation & Reentry Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

$41655.00 - $72897.00 Annually

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week four days 10 hours per day) withState Benefits**Applicants must pass a background check to be eligible for this job.**

Working knowledge and application of the substance use disorder processes including psychological and physical withdrawal. Working knowledge of psycho pharmacy and drug interactions. Working knowledge of medical terminology disease processes and treatment related to decisions regarding clinical interventions and appropriate therapies based on medical and psychological diagnoses. Thorough knowledge and application of therapeutic approaches including group dynamics crisis interventions and family therapy and behavioral intervention therapy for substance use disorders. Thorough knowledge of community support groups and resources for individuals with substance use disorders. Skill in evaluating and screening clients for appropriate treatment and referrals. Skill in formulating clear goal oriented treatment plans and concise record documentation. Skill in developing and maintaining interpersonal relationships to include effective oral and written communication with team members clients and other healthcare providers. Ability to recognize co-occurring disorders and make appropriate mental health referrals while actively continues providing substance use disorder counseling. Ability to serve as a resource/peer consultant.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

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 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.

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