Substance Abuse Worker DART Center

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - Administration

Job Classification Title

Substance Abuse Worker (S)

Position Number

Grade

NC04

About Us

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

The Substance Abuse Worker supports residential substance use disorder treatment programs within the Division of Rehabilitation and Reentry by providing supervision daily living assistance and structured support to clients in a 24/7 facility setting. The role helps maintain a safe and orderly environment contributes to treatment team operations and ensures consistent monitoring documentation and client engagement aligned with program standards.

Key Duties Include:
*Supervise and monitor clients in a residential treatment environment and conduct routine safety checks.
*Support clients with daily living needs including hygiene meals and medication management under supervision.
*Facilitate structured group activities and assist with treatmentrelated educational sessions.
*Document client behaviors progress and incidents in an accurate and timely manner.
*Respond to crisis situations and assist in deescalation and stabilization efforts.
*Transport clients to scheduled appointments meetings and program activities.
*Collaborate with treatment staff to support individualized treatment plans and program operations.
*Maintain facility cleanliness security and adherence to established rules and procedures.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

This position is located at the DART Center Goldsboro NC.

Work Schedule:
Have flexibility to work any shift (3rd 2nd and 1st) to staff the 24/7 operation of these facilities; according to the need. Employees may be assigned to work 8 or 10-hour shifts 4 or 5 days a week.

• Shift Premium Payis also available in addition to the base salary for employees assigned to 2nd and 3rd shifts.
• Required to work weekends and holidays as scheduled.
• Accommodate modifications to work schedules including hold-over or schedule changes on short notice to provide critical operational needs.

State Benefits Information:

The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Health Insurance options

Retirement Plans

NCFlex Supplemental Benefits

Paid Vacation Sick and Community Service Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Visit the State Benefits website for additional information.

Supplemental Application Information:

Application Process

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

Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application. Applications must include:

Complete education history (including high school)

Full work experience details

Certificates and licenses if applicable

Education must be from appropriately accredited institutions.

Information provided must support responses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications may impact screening and salary determination.

Applicantsmaybe subject to a criminal background check and drug screen.

If multiple applications are submitted only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered.

Education Equivalency Verification

The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service please visit the NACES membership website at and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach aDD-214 Member-4 Form(Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS) along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22 along with the state application.

PREA Requirement

The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the National Standards to Prevent Detect and Respond to Prison Rape. Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) NCDAC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact the person indicated below.

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 diploma;

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid state drivers license.

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.

Recruiter:

Crystal Bunn Miller

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