Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant

Rate of Pay: $24.32 per hour

Schedule - Full Time, 8 hours shift, Monday - Friday

Benefits include:

• Health, dental, vision, prescription drug, and life insurance
• 401(k)
• Short and long-term disability
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays
• Employee assistance program
• A chance to make a difference every day!

Management & Training Corporation operates the North Central Correctional Complex in Marion, OH, providing residents with excellent care including medical services supporting their health and well-being.

Position summary: Responsible for Responsible supporting the department mission of offering effective Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and Alcohol and Other Drugs Abuse (AOD) program with emphasis placed on awareness, prevention, staff training and networking with community resources in compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Ohio Department of Rehab and Corrections (ODRC) directives.

Essential Functions:

• Assist licensed clinicians or licensed substance use disorder counselors to conduct screening interviews for inmates with identified substance abuse problems.
• Facilitate recovery oriented services which supplement actual treatment services as directed by clinical supervisor.
• Ensure documentation of all inmates' substance abuse assessments, plans and progress notes are documented in participants electronic health record.
• Encourage awareness of substance abuse issues throughout the facility.
• Develop linkages with community resources for substance abuse services, including AA/NA.
• Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed.
• Maintain accountability of inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Must possess Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant status recognized by the Ohio Credentialing Board or other Ohio licensing authority with jurisdiction over professionals authorized to provide counseling. Within 18 months of hire into the position it is required that license must be upgraded to meet the one of the following:

• Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor II (LCDC II)
• Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor III (LCDC III) - Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC)
• Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) by state of Ohio Counselor & Social Worker Board.
• Professional Clinical Counselor (PCC) by state of Ohio Counselor & Social Worker Board.
• Professional Counselor (PC) by state of Ohio Counselor & Social Worker Board.
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) by state of Ohio Counselor & Social Worker Board.
• Psychology Assistant as defined in paragraph (B) (14) of Ohio Administrative Rule 3793: 2-1-11.
• One (1) year related experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record required.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2888.

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