Substance Abuse Worker; Buncombe County; Temporary

Agency

Office of State Human Resources

Temporary Solutions

Substance Abuse Counselor (S)

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To provide a solid Human Resource management foundation, responsible oversight, and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset – OUR EMPLOYEES.

This temporary position will be assigned to the Department of Adult Correction, located at 741 Old US Hwy 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778. It is also part of the Alcohol and Chemical Dependency Program (ACDP) section of the Department of Public Safety, located at the Black Mountain Substance Abuse Treatment Center for Women in Buncombe County, NC.

This position will provide paraprofessional supportive casework services to clients and families in a treatment center facility. The person will conduct initial screenings, arrange logistics for referral services, assist in the provision of basic substance abuse information services, and apply intervention techniques when needed.

The position is responsible for setup, cleanliness and maintenance of food service and equipment areas, loading and unloading of facility supplies as needed, and documentation of all incidents and medical emergencies. The employee will complete shift reports, transport clients, secure buildings, grounds and vehicles, and maintain a thorough understanding of security and emergency procedures of the facility.

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.

• Basic knowledge of the disease of addiction and recovery processes and treatment.
• Basic knowledge of intervention processes.
• Skill in creating and maintaining records and reports.
• Ability to effectively communicate with persons with substance use disorders and community groups to distribute information and education related to treatment and recovery.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with professionals involved in treating substance use disorders.

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualifications include Credentialed as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), or as a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist – Associate (LCAS-A), or an equivalent credential from a governing authority recognized by the NC Addictions Specialist Professional Practice Board to practice under the provisions of the North Carolina Substance Abuse Professional Practice Act.

The 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.

Heather Hooks Garrett

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