Addiction Counselor - Wexford Health Sources : Job Details

To Apply for this Job Click Here POSITION: Addiction Counselor SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday/7:30a to 4p/Weekends off FACILITY: Abingdon and Tazewell Regional Jails (Wednesdays at Tazewell) LOCATION: Abingdon, VA and Tazewell, VA A Job Should be MORE than just a paycheck.Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is one of the nation's largest correctional health care providers. Over the past 30 years, our team of dedicated clinical professionals has helped literally millions of justice-involved patients receive life-changing medical and mental health services. BENEFITS We're proud to offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Annual review with performance increase
• Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement saving plans
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Healthcare and dependent care spending account

POSITION SUMMARY The Addiction Counselor is responsible and accountable for the delivery of contracted substance use disorder services in the facilities within the Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority. Primary duties include the screening and assessment of psychiatric, medical, social services, employment and residential needs, as well as, risk factors for re-incarceration as soon as possible after the individual's admission to jail. The Addiction Counselor serves as a liaison between the correctional facility, Community Services Boards, and community services and resources regarding inmate needs. JOB REQUIREMENTS The following requirements list the minimum to qualify. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. LICENSING: Current CPR Certification CERTIFICATION: Current CPR certification EDUCATION:

• Certified Substance Abuse Counselor preferred
• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of two (2) year addictions treatment counseling preferred
• Minimum of one (1) year correctional experience preferred

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