Substance Abuse Counselor (Part-Time)

Title: Substance Abuse Counselor (Part-Time)

State Role Title: 49053

Hiring Range: Up to $30.00 per hour

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Central State Hospital

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/csh/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Central State Hospital (CSH) is a 277 bed Joint Commission accredited psychiatric inpatient facility located in Petersburg, Virginia. CSH has proudly been serving citizens of the Commonwealth since 1870, when we opened our doors as the first psychiatric hospital in the country dedicated to the treatment of African Americans. A new and modern CSH is currently under construction on the same property, with a scheduled completion date of 2027.

CSH maintains the only maximum-security treatment facility in the state (111 beds). We also have 166 beds available for individuals in the community who need inpatient care, as well as individuals in the criminal justice system. We believe that treatment should be holistic and focused on the person’s individual needs, recognizing that recovery is not linear or the same for every person. Treatment modalities may include medication, evidence-based group and individual therapy, peer support, psychosocial rehabilitation, vocational training, preparation for court, and treatment for substance use.

Central State Hospital is recruiting for a Part-Time Substance Abuse Counselor to provide individual and group counseling as assigned to individuals receiving services regarding substance use and other relevant therapeutic topics. The incumbent in this position will ensure documentation of services is entered into the medical record in a timely manner and meets quality standards for the department. The Part-Time Substance Abuse Counselor will consult with treatment teams and attend treatment team meetings as needed or requested to guide interventions and treatment plans for clients with substance use disorders. The incumbent in this position will review referral information upon assignment of individuals from referral source and consult with others as needed to support coordination and accessing the appropriate level of care as indicated. The incumbent in this position will assist individuals receiving services to identify their need for treatment programs.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling or related field.
• Must have clinical experience providing services for individuals with substance use disorders.
• Must have current certification in substance use counseling services (CSAC)

Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required to Successfully Perform the Work:

• Requires knowledge of best practice in substance use assessment and treatment of adults, group and program development, and understanding of the specialized needs of adults with dual diagnosis.
• Must be able to apply knowledge of the theory, techniques, and practices of counseling and substance use disorder treatment.

Additional Considerations

• Experience working in a psychiatric hospital setting.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Central State Hospital only accepts online applications via RMS. Resumes and other documents may accompany the application but will not serve as a substitute for an application. Faxed, e-mailed, or mailed applications will not be accepted. Please refer to your RMS account for the status of your application and this position. This posting will remain open for a minimum of five (5) business days.

These positions are hourly/wage and not eligible for benefits. Hourly (wage) employees may not work more than 29 hours a week and are limited to working 1500 hours in a year.

An extensive criminal history background investigation, not limited to employment references, drug testing and E-Verify will be conducted.

Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process: In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (CO