Therapeutic Community Alcohol & Drug Counselor 1 - Noble - 20098473 at Ohio Department of Administrative Services

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Counseling, Rehabilitation

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Therapeutic Community Alcohol & Drug Counselor 1 About Us: The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) provides statewide leadership of a high-quality mental health and addiction prevention, treatment and recovery system that is effective and valued by Ohioans. The Bureau of Correctional Recovery Services works with offenders in Ohio's prisons to instill an improved sense of responsibility and the ability to become law-abiding citizens. Recovery Services-Therapeutic Community Alcohol & 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, licensed clinical professional? Do you want to make a contribution to help men and women in prison gain the skills necessary to live substance-free and productive lives? Do you enjoy utilizing your clinical skills to help effect change in the lives of others? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? The Therapeutic Community Alcohol & Drug Counselor may be a great fit for you! Please note: Effective October 1, 2025, the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services has transitioned to its new name—the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health. This change reflects our continued commitment to providing comprehensive, person-centered care that addresses the full range of behavioral health needs for Ohioans. All positions and services now fall under the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health as we move forward in serving individuals, families, and communities across the state. What you’ll do at DBH: At assigned correctional institution, conducts interviews and provides counseling services to clients in the Therapeutic Community Screens clients to determine eligibility for substance use disorder treatment services Completes assessments, treatment plans, progress notes and discharge planning on participants (documented in electronic health record) Participates as an active member of the treatment team Normal working hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Hours may vary) Job Location: Noble Correctional Institution 15708 Mcconnellsville Rd Caldwell, OH 43724 Selected applicant(s) will be required to complete the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation & Correction's training at the Corrections Training Academy located in Orient, OH. This training is approximately 4 weeks in length. This is an hourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of 09 on the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 Pay Range Schedule. This position is located within ODRC institution at Noble Correctional Institution. 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. 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. Job Skills: Counseling and Rehabilitation

Responsibilities

Conduct interviews and provide counseling services to clients in the Therapeutic Community. Complete assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge planning on participants.