Substance Use Disorder Clinician I – Corrections

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Eddyville (KY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kentucky Department of Corrections is seeking a Social Service Clinician I to provide counseling, advocacy, and case management for adult offenders within the Division of Addiction Services. The role involves coordinating treatment services, conducting assessments, and developing comprehensive treatment plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

Ideal candidates will have a master's degree in a related field and at least one year of professional social work experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, sociology, psychology, or related field.
• One year of professional social work experience.
• If employed by the Cabinet, must provide valid driver’s license within one month of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides therapeutic counseling, advocacy, and case management for adult offenders within the Division of Addiction Services.
• Coordinates substance use disorder treatment services with offenders in facilities or Probation/Parole.
• Screens, assesses, and treats clients with substance use disorders; develops treatment plans and participates in interdisciplinary teams.
• Maintains confidential case records and complies with licensure standards and ethics.
• Serves as a resource for staff, courts, and referral agencies.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Critical thinking

Education

Master's degree in social work or related field

Job description

The Kentucky Department of Corrections is seeking a Social Service Clinician I to provide counseling, advocacy, and case management for adult offenders within the Division of Addiction Services. The role involves coordinating treatment services, conducting assessments, and developing comprehensive treatment plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

Ideal candidates will have a master's degree in a related field and at least one year of professional social work experience.