Alcohol & Drug Counselor 2

Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services as an Alcohol & Drug Counselor 2. You will provide critical counseling services, manage client caseloads, and work within a collaborative team to support individuals facing substance use disorders. This role offers competitive pay, generous benefits including healthcare and retirement savings plans, and a welcoming work environment with growth opportunities.

Benefits

Health insurance upon hire

Free dental & vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Up to $3000 annually for educational assistance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

Qualifications

• Full ‘Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor’ credential necessary.
• Knowledge of alcohol & drug dependencies.
• Skill in operation of personal computer.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interviews & provide counseling services.
• Deliver direct services including group & individual therapy.
• Develop client treatment plans & ensure compliance.

Skills

Counseling

Rehabilitation

Education

Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor

Job description

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What You’ll Do At OhioMHAS

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What You’ll Do At OhioMHAS

We are hiring for an Alcohol and Drug Counselor 2 position.

Under general supervision, an Alcohol and Drug Counselor 2 provides drug and alcohol counseling and assists patients to function independently.

The Job Opportunity And Duties

What you will do:

• Conduct interviews & provides counseling services to alcohol & other drug dependent patients/clients
• Facilitates screening and interviewing of patients/clients from intake to discharge
• Delivers direct services including facilitating of group & individual therapy
• Performs overall case management & crisis intervention
• Develops client treatment plans & ensures compliance with applicable standards, agency policies & administrative regulations & institutional rules
• Monitors clients’ progress in treatment; maintains clinical case records, documentation, and case files
• Refers clients to community programs and resources. Works closely with AA/NA volunteers.
• Participates as part of treatment team (planning meetings, case presentation and discussions, and provides services in accordance with principles of a therapeutic community)
• Completes & maintains accurate and timely documentation and reports
• Maintains knowledge and adherence to compliance requirements for Joint Commission, OMHAS, and COBH.
• Attends staff meetings, trainings, and conferences as required
  
  

This is an hourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of #10 on the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are Monday - Friday, mostly daytime hours with an occasional evening. This position is located within Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare at 2200 West Broad Street Columbus, Ohio 43223.

Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above, with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

What Is 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

• Health insurance upon hire Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans. State of Ohio pays 85% of medical coverage premium, low-cost deductibles (Single $400 per year, Family $800 per year)
• Free dental & vision and basic life insurance for union members during eligibility period. Click for more information
• Up to $1000 in wellness incentives annually for employee and $350 for spouse
• Guaranteed 11 paid holidays
• Paid Time Off – vacation, personal, and sick leave included
• Yearly Paid Time Off Cash Out option
• Childbirth/Adoption Leave
• Up to $3000 annually for educational assistance, professional development, and continuing education opportunities
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
• Ohio Public Employees Retirement System: state of Ohio contributes 14%, visit website for more information OPERS
• Voluntary 457(b) retirement savings plan, visit Ohio Deferred Compensation for more information.
  
  

Full ‘Licensed 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

MAJOR WORKER CHARACTERISTICS

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 action; define problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions; write

meaningful, concise & accurate reports; counsel inmates/offenders on sensitive alcohol & other drug dependency issues.

Organization

Mental Health & Addiction Services - Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare

Agency Contact Name and Information

614-752-0333

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Work Location

Central Ohio Behavioral Health

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation

$25.53 - $31.91

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours

40

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

1199

Primary Job Skill

Counseling and Rehabilitation

Technical Skills

Counseling and Rehabilitation, Mental Health

Professional Skills

Building Trust, Collaboration, Establishing Relationships, Intercultural Communication, Listening, Managing Meetings

Agency Overview

Alcohol and Drug Counselor 2

Who We Are

At the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS), we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders.

We proudly employ over 3,200 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH.

OhioMHAS Values

• Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused)
• Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent)
• Value Driven
• Innovative (Yes Before No)
• Strong Sense of Urgency
  
  

Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well, get well, and stay well. Join our collaborative, service-oriented environment, where you will be respected and valued.

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