Substance Use Counselor

2 months ago

Charlotte, United States Mecklenburg County Full time $42,240 - $52,800
At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Community Support Services (CSS) transforms lives and community by supporting veterans, ending homelessness, treating substance use, and preventing and intervening in community and domestic violence. As a department in Mecklenburg County’s Health and Human Services Agency, CSS maximizes community partnerships and collaborative opportunities to improve access to services and advocate for the needs of special populations.

Position Specific Information:
This position is located at the Roof Above Men’s Shelter, working with specific populations including men experiencing homelessness. The required work schedule is onsite Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Coverage of the after-hours phone is also required on a rotating basis. This person will serve as one of the primary counselors for the SAIOP program offered within the shelter. Facilitate substance use groups and individual counseling, provide Person Centered Planning, completing Treatment Authorization Requests, and provide case management services.  Experience completing NCTOPPs, Person Centered Plans, and Service Authorization Requests is desired.
Position Summary:
Provide counseling to individuals with various substance use and mental health issues. This position, with a high degree of latitude, is responsible for providing general counseling, developing person-centered plans, and providing educational lectures based on the 12 core functions of substance use counseling.

Essential Functions:
  • Provide substance use services based on the 12 core functions of substance use counseling.
  • Provide individual and group counseling.
  • Assist with the development of the client’s person-centered plan and monitor progress.
  • Complete documentation in accordance with Federal, state and county policies.
  • Participate in clinical supervision.
  • Provide didactic education on recovery related topics.
  • Generate letters on behalf of clients to verify participation in treatment.
  • Conduct random urine drug screens or Breathalyzer tests.
  • Complete Incident Reports as needed.
  • Maintain client record.
  • Work on an interdisciplinary team and communicate daily with the team.
  • May be required to staff shelters in the event of a disaster or assist with other mass care duties in the event of an emergency.

Minimum Qualifications:
Experience:   
  • Minimum of three years of experience in substance abuse counseling.
Education:  
  • Bachelor's Degree in a human services field.
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted:  Yes

Licenses and Certifications:
  • Certified as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS), by the NCASPPB; provisionally certified or associate licensed individuals may be considered.
  • Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License.
  • May require the ability to obtain and maintain Mecklenburg County Driving Privileges.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Previous work experience in a criminal justice setting.

Disclaimer Statement:
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.

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