Substance Abuse Counselor, Clinical

State of North Carolina Adult Correction

place Greensboro, 27402

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Counseling, Other Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare Field

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Internship, Supervision

local_atm $47,703 - $83,479 a year

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Paid Parental Leave, Retirement Plan

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - Health Services

Job Classification Title

Substance Abuse Counselor, Clinical (NS)

Position Number

60056635

Grade

NC12

About Us

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

This position provides administrative and clinical support to assigned Alcohol & Chemical Dependency Program (ACDP) locations in the Western District. Job duties include but are not limited to the following: training and staff development for ACDP staff as directed by the Western District Manager, and in collaboration with the Clinical Supervisor and Assistant Director of Substance Use Disorders Services. Administrative duties include coordinating recruitment interview teams for the district; conducting internal audits and DHHS pre-audit reviews to ensure compliance of required standards; inventory/management of clinical resources, including curriculum and screening material; response to offender requests for treatment placement by researching eligibility; and representing District West at ACDP meetings, program staffing meetings, multidisciplinary team meetings, professional conferences, or other departmental functions, as directed by management.

Clinical Supervision duties include special projects for hiring and developing a mobile treatment team for the region; developing formal lesson plans and presenting current clinical information to professional staff across ACDP as required to ensure fidelity and standardization, with a focus on maintaining an Evidence Based Practice design.

Other duties may include interpreting data and writing reports to support ACDP Western District resource management; facilitating quality assurance processes; implementing process improvement initiatives; collaboration with internal/external stakeholders on section and departmental priorities; staff supervision and provision of direct service delivery during staff shortages/instability; and any other specific tasks related to administration and clinical programming as directed by the ACDP Western District Manager.

The execution of required duties may involve extensive daytime travel to other program locations and the ability to complete tasks independently. Assignments may include overnight travel status.

This position is assigned to an office in the Western region.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Pay Grade Range $47,703 - $83,479

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required . Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

Knowledge of substance use disorders, evidence-based treatment approaches, and/or therapy models.
Experience developing lessons plans and/or presenting information to train staff.
Knowledge of an auditing process and/or of quality assurance of a related program.
Experience interpreting data and/or writing reports.

State Benefits Information :

The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Health Insurance options

Retirement Plans

NCFlex Supplemental Benefits

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Visit the State Benefits website for additional information.

About The Division of Alcoholism and Chemical Dependency Program (ACDP):

The Alcoholism and Chemical Dependency Program (ACDP) is a specialized behavioral health service that provides substance use treatment in North Carolina prisons. ACDP uses evidence-based clinical interventions and programming to help incarcerated individuals achieve and maintain recovery. Services include therapeutic communities, outpatient counseling, aftercare, and 12-step support groups.

Application Process

NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application. Applications must include:

Complete education history (including high school)

Full work experience details

Certificates and licenses, if applicable

Education must be from appropriately accredited institutions.

Information provided must support responses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications may impact screening and salary determination.

Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check and drug screen.

If multiple applications are submitted , only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered.

Education Equivalency Verification

The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members .

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

PREA Requirement

The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), NCDAC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Licensed as a Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS) or as a Clinical Supervisor Intern (CSI) to practice under the provisions of the NC Addictions Specialist Professional Practice Board.

EEO Statement

T he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Lisa Warren Byrd

Email:

recruiters@dac.nc.gov