Substance Abuse Counselor, Clinical - JFK ADATC

State of North Carolina • Buncombe County, NC

75d • $44,588 - $80,369 • Onsite

About The Position

The Substance Abuse Counselor, Clinical is primarily responsible for the provision of assessment, case management, continuing care and follow-up, crisis intervention, individual and group therapy, and family education for ADATC patients. The Substance Abuse Counselor, Clinical must have the ability to work independently and with the interdisciplinary treatment team.

Requirements

• Applicant must be licensed as a Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS) or as a Clinical Supervisor Intern (CSI) 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.
• Applicant must be licensed or licensed eligible.
• Management will consider a trainee (LCAS-A) if no fully qualified applicants apply.
• Working knowledge of addiction, substance abuse counseling practice models; mental health policy and models of treatment; cultural diversity and its impact on treatment; and knowledge of mental health laws are considered requisite for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with substance use disorders and/or psychiatric disorders
• Experience with independent planning, organizing, and facilitating discharge planning
• Training in motivational interviewing and trauma informed care
• Thorough knowledge of case management policies and procedures gained through previous work experience
• Demonstrated ability to create, implement and supervise patient treatment planning

Responsibilities

• Provision of assessment
• Case management
• Continuing care and follow-up
• Crisis intervention
• Individual and group therapy
• Family education for ADATC patients
• Work independently and with the interdisciplinary treatment team

Benefits

• Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees