Substance Abuse Worker DART
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Job Summary
Agency
Adult CorrectionDivision
COO - Rehabilitation ReEntryJob Classification Title
Substance Abuse Worker (S)Position Number
Grade
NC04About 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
Substance Abuse Worker positions are fulltime roles within the Division of Rehabilitation and Reentry NC Department of Adult Correction. These 24/7 residential programs serve probationers and parolees and offer full State benefits including eligibility for shift premium pay on 2nd and 3rd shifts.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 Pay is also available in addition to the base salary for employees assigned to 2nd and 3rd shifts.
Key Responsibilities include:
*Provide paraprofessional support and monitoring in a 24/7 residential substance abuse treatment setting.
*Communicate effectively with coworkers and treatment professionals to support client recovery.
*Observe and monitor resident behavior and activities throughout assigned shifts.
*Document incidents medical emergencies and daily events through required shift reports.
*Maintain a working understanding of basic substance abuse treatment services and program expectations.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
IsAnAnticipated Vacancy
The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night BeforeTheEnd Date
Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.The Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are notrequired. Applicants whopossessthe following skills are preferred:
Job duties include but are not limited to the following:
Applying intervention techniques when needed.
Setting up cleaning up and maintaining the food service and equipment areas.
Administering medications as directed by medical staff.
Loading and unloading facility supplies as needed.
Transporting residents from across the state to this facility. This may occur at any hour of the day or night while on duty.
Monitoring the security of buildings grounds and vehicles.
Other Responsibilities:
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.
Transport residents in departmental vehicles at any time during the night or day while on duty. This may require driving in different types of weather traffic or road conditions.
Must possess a valid North Carolina drivers license.
Must possess CPR Certification or able to obtain within 6 months of hire.
StateBenefitsInformation:
The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Health Insurance options
Retirement Plans
NCFlexSupplemental Benefits
Paid Vacation Sick and Community Service Leave
Paid Parental Leave
Visit the State Benefitswebsiteforadditionalinformation.
The Rehabilitation and Reentry Division oversees services programs and community partnerships aimed at helping individuals reintegrate into theircommunitiesfollowing incarceration. Staff members work with people who are incarcerated probationers post-release supervisees and parolees. This division collaborates with prison and supervision staff to create individualized reentry plans coordinate services and deliver evidence-based programs to improve outcomes and reduce recidivism.
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 mayimpactscreening and salary determination.
Applicantsmaybe subject to a criminal background check and drug screen.
If multiple applications aresubmitted 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 toparticipatein the job application or interview process please contact the personindicatedbelow.
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 and one year of experience working with individuals who are undergoing treatment for substance use disorders
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
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:
Lisa Warren ByrdEmail:
