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Location
Lebanon, OH | United States
Job description
Primary Location : United States of America-OHIO-Warren County-Lebanon
Work Locations : RecSvcs - Lebanon Corr 3791 State Route 63 Lebanon 45036
Organization : Mental Health & Addiction Services
Classified Indicator : Classified
Bargaining Unit / Exempt : Bargaining Unit
Schedule : Full-time
Work Hours : Mon.-Fri., second shift
Compensation : $22.50 per hour
Unposting Date : Mar 17, 2024, 10:59:00 PM
Primary Job Skill : Counseling and Rehabilitation
Technical Skills : Behavioral Health, Counseling and Rehabilitation, Mental Health
Professional Skills : Building Trust, Listening, Motivating Others
Agency Contact Name : Christina Black, HCM Senior Analyst
Agency Contact Information : [email protected]
Alcohol & Drug Counselor 1 - LeCI (2nd Shift)
(240002HQ) Job Duties
Recovery Services Alcohol and Drug Counselor 1 (2nd Shift)
Job location:
Lebanon Correctional Institution (LeCI)
3791 State Route 63
Lebanon Ohio 45036
Warren County
Are you a qualified, certified or licensed Substance Use Disorder treatment professional?
Do you want to contribute to helping men and women in prison gain the skills necessary to live substance-free and productive lives?
Do you enjoy utilizing your clinical skills to effect change in the lives of others?
Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment?
The Recovery Services Alcohol and Drug Counselor may be a great fit for you!
The Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) provides statewide leadership of a high-quality mental health and addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery system that is effective and valued by Ohioans. The Bureau of Correctional Recovery Services works with offenders in Ohio's prisons to instill an improved sense of responsibility and the ability to become law-abiding citizens.
Recovery Services-Alcohol and Drug Counselors use evidence-based treatment approaches in the treatment of offenders in prison who are in need of substance abuse recovery programming.
Duties of the Alcohol and Drug Counselor 1 include:
Schedule is Monday-Friday 2nd Shift [Hours may vary/including late night(s)].
What’s in it for you:
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
Employee Development Funds
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
Deferred Compensation
Qualifications
On record as Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant in process of achieving ‘Chemical Dependency Counselor’ credential recognized by the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board or other Ohio licensing authority with jurisdiction over professionals authorized to provide counseling services (e.g., Medical Board; Psychology Board; Nursing Board; Counselor & Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board); valid driver’s license.
Job Skills: Counseling and Rehabilitation
Technical Skills: Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Counseling and Rehabilitation
Professional Skills: Building Trust, Listening, Motivating Others
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free WorkplaceThe State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
Knowledge of alcohol & other drug dependencies*; counseling; agency policies & procedures relative to alcohol & other drug dependency counseling*.
Skill in operation of personal computer*.
Ability to recognize unusual or threatening conditions & take appropriate actions; handle sensitive contacts with inmates/offenders; define problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions; write meaningful, concise & accurate reports; counsel inmates/offenders on sensitive alcohol & other drug dependency issues.
(*)Developed after employment.
All responses to the supplemental questions must be answered completely and supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application.
Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be set at the lowest rate of the salary range with gradual increases after completing probation and following successful annual performance evaluations.
The State of Ohio and OhioMHAS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.
If you are an applicant who is selected for an interview and require an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Office so proper arrangements can be made.
Background Check Information
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test will not be offered employment.
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