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Form of workAlcohol & Drug Counselor 1
About Us:
The mission of the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) is to provide statewide leadership of a high-quality mental health and addiction prevention, treatment and recovery system that is effective and valued by all Ohioans.
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 all Ohioans.
The Bureau of Criminal Justice works with the offender to identify behavioral healthcare needs as they reintegrate back into the community, providing linkage to quality treatment and recovery supports.
The Bureau of Correctional Recovery Services works to instill in offenders an improved sense of responsibility and the ability to become law-abiding citizens through the provision of all core function services in the treatment for offenders in institution and community settings who are in need of substance abuse recovery programming. The bureau provides and works to expand and enhance substance abuse treatment approaches that build on state-of-the-art scientific and practical knowledge to improve treatment outcomes for offenders and to provide a seamless holistic approach to alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment.
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.
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!
Job location:
Allen Oakwood Correctional Institution (AOCI)
2338 North West Street.
Lima, Ohio 45802
Allen County
Duties of the Alcohol and Drug Counselor 1 include but are not limited to:
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
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.
Technical Skills: Counseling and Rehabilitation
Professional Skills: Building Trust, Establishing Relationships
About Us:
The mission of the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) is to provide statewide leadership of a high-quality mental health and addiction prevention, treatment and recovery system that is effective and valued by all Ohioans.
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 all Ohioans.
The Bureau of Criminal Justice works with the offender to identify behavioral healthcare needs as they reintegrate back into the community, providing linkage to quality treatment and recovery supports.
The Bureau of Correctional Recovery Services works to instill in offenders an improved sense of responsibility and the ability to become law-abiding citizens through the provision of all core function services in the treatment for offenders in institution and community settings who are in need of substance abuse recovery programming. The bureau provides and works to expand and enhance substance abuse treatment approaches that build on state-of-the-art scientific and practical knowledge to improve treatment outcomes for offenders and to provide a seamless holistic approach to alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment.
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.
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!
Job location:
Allen Oakwood Correctional Institution (AOCI)
2338 North West Street.
Lima, Ohio 45802
Allen County
Duties of the Alcohol and Drug Counselor 1 include but are not limited to:
- At assigned correctional institution, conduct interviews and provide engagement and supervised counseling services to clients.
- Screen clients to determine eligibility for substance use disorder treatment services.
- Complete assessments, treatment plans, progress notes and discharge planning with participants (documented in electronic health record).
- Participate as an active member of the treatment team.
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
- Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.
- Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period . Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth/Adoption leave
- The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.
- OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee's salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
- The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
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.
Technical Skills: Counseling and Rehabilitation
Professional Skills: Building Trust, Establishing Relationships
