Substance Use Disorder Counselor - Jail Based Services
About The Position
The Substance Use Disorder Counselor manages a caseload of incarcerated individuals enrolled in a jail-based treatment program. The counselor conducts screenings and intake assessments, identifies clinical needs, and develops individualized treatment plans. The role provides group and individual counseling, substance use education, and case management services. It also includes crisis intervention and discharge planning to support successful reentry into the community. The counselor serves as a liaison among correctional staff, the criminal justice system, and community-based providers, connecting individuals with resources that promote long-term recovery. The work contributes to reducing recidivism and improving outcomes for the people served. The position is with the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board, which provides behavioral health services to residents of Hampton and Newport News, Virginia.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Services.
- One year of experience providing services to individuals living with a substance use disorder and/or experience working in a correctional setting.
- Obtain registration as a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor Supervisee (CSAC Supervisee) with the Virginia Board of Counseling within 30 days of employment, or currently hold an active Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) credential.
- Successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test, and employment reference checks.
Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of incarcerated individuals enrolled in the jail-based treatment program.
- Conduct screenings and intake assessments, identify clinical needs, and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide group and individual counseling.
- Deliver substance use education.
- Coordinate case management services.
- Assist with crisis intervention and discharge planning to support successful community reentry.
- Liaise with correctional staff, the criminal justice system, and community-based providers.
- Connect individuals with resources that promote long-term recovery.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 11 paid holidays
- Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
- $3,000 sign-on bonus (current H-NNCSB employees are not eligible)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
