Substance Use Counselor - Detention Center / Jail - Mecklenburg County Government : Job Details

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SalaryRange: $42,240.00 to $52,800.00 per year. Thisis an exempt (salaried) position. Payrates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity.Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant's salaryhistory and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirementsfor the job.

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CommunitySupport Services (CSS) transforms lives and community by supporting veterans,ending homelessness, treating substance use, and preventing and intervening incommunity and domestic violence. As a department in Mecklenburg County's Healthand Human Services Agency, CSS maximizes community partnerships andcollaborative opportunities to improve access to services and advocate for theneeds of special populations.Position Specific Information

This position will be housed onsiteat the Mecklenburg County Detention Center in uptown Charlotte at 801East Fourth Street, Charlotte, NC 28202.The position hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.Candidates are required to becredentialed or licensed with the NCASPPB including CADC, or LCAS. Provisionally certified and associate licensedindividuals may be considered such as LCAS-A and CADC-INTERN status withthe NCASPPB.The candidate for this positionwill be responsible for providing treatment services (individualcounseling, group counseling, facilitating screenings and assessments,and case management duties) following the 12 Core Functions of substanceuse counseling.Selected candidate will berequired to complete onboarding processes with both the County and withthe Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office (MCSO). This includes the abilityto obtain and maintain facility access to the Mecklenburg CountyDetention Center as a contingency of employment.Position Summary

Providecounseling to individuals with various substance use and mental healthissues. This position, with a high degree of latitude, is responsible forproviding general counseling, developing person-centered plans, andproviding educational lectures based on the 12 core functions ofsubstance use counseling.Essential Functions

Provide substance use services based on the 12 core functions of substance use counselingProvide individual and group counselingAssist with the development of the client's person-centered plan and monitor progressComplete documentation in accordance with Federal, state and county policiesParticipate in clinical supervisionProvide didactic education on recovery related topicsGenerate letters on behalf of clients to verify participation in treatmentConduct random urine drug screens or Breathalyzer testsComplete Incident Reports as neededMaintain client recordWork on an interdisciplinary team and communicate daily with the teamMay be required to staff shelters in the event of a disaster or assist with other mass care duties in the event of an emergencyMinimum Qualifications

Experience: Minimumof three years of experience in substance abuse counseling.Education: Bachelor's Degree ina human services field.Combinationof relevant education and relevant experience accepted: YesLicenses and Certifications:Certified as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS), by the North Carolina Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board. Provisionally certified and associate licensed individual 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 experiencein a criminal justice setting.Full CADC certificationor full LCAS licensure with the NCASPPB.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge ofAdult mental health/substance use treatment philosophies and practices, assessments, services, programs and standards/criteriaBasic psychopharmacologyPerson-centered planning treatment modalitiesRecovery modelsMotivational interviewing techniquesProblem solving techniquesCrisis intervention methodsConflict resolution techniquesApplicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, and guidelinesIndividual rightsIndividual choiceCase management principles and practicesSkillsManaging a caseloadDetermining effective intervention techniques for individualsUsing a computer and related software applicationsAccessing community resourcesDeveloping networks with other providersAbilitiesApplied Learning: Assimilating and applying new job-related information in a timely mannerBuilding Trust: Interacting with others in a way that instills confidence in one's intentions and those of the organizationCare Management: Having the knowledge and skills to secure relevant client care data and identify key issues and relationships in the management of client care; understanding the relationships among assessments, interventions, and client responses; skilled in documentation of assessments and adjusting interventions as neededCommunication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information providedClient Education/Health Promotion: Supporting, explaining, and instructing client and client's family (significant other, care giver, etc.) in understanding the clinical procedures and equipment used to facilitate optimum health status; promoting the lifestyle changes required of the client and the client's family to achieve optimum health statusClient Relations: Meeting client and client family needs; taking responsibility for a client's safety, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes; using appropriate interpersonal techniques to resolve difficult client situations and regain client confidencePlanning and Organizing: Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficientlyComputer SkillsProficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office SuiteReasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be ableto perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essentialfunction satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to helpenable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions.Disclaimer Statement

This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-relatedresponsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions.Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor'srequest. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the jobdescription at any time. Designated positions may be required to assistin emergency and/or disaster situations.