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Behavioral Hlth Counselor 1 PT

State of Georgia • Douglas, GA • 1w ago

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Community Supervision, Department of - DCS

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Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives?

To apply, please visit the DCS jobsite link below to review the job posting and formally apply:

https://dcsga.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a296zwvfmom6/aa0

Applicants who do not apply using the DCS link will NOT be considered.

The Department of Community Supervision (DCS) provides team members with the opportunity to do just that! We are looking for dedicated Counselors to provide guidance and support to individuals under community supervision. If you have a heart for service and a talent for empowering others, this is your opportunity to be a part of a team that transforms lives and strengthens communities.

DCS is a nationally recognized leader in the field of community supervision. Our innovation and use of technology are what set us apart from other community supervision agencies. We pride ourselves on being the largest law enforcement agency within the state of Georgia, with the great responsibility of monitoring, coaching, and providing opportunities for successful outcomes for individuals under parole and probation supervision.

DCS offers the most up-to-date and specialized training and provides opportunities for growth within our agency. Our commitment to evidence-based practices is pushed forward by our pursuit of "next practice" innovations that will enable us to continuously improve our contribution to the lives of those we serve.

Come join our team!

Responsibilities/Duties

Counsel with emphasis on prevention and/or behavior modification with individuals under supervision in the criminal justice system on probation or parole.

Act as an advocate to coordinate identified services addressing employment, housing, basic adult education, cognitive restructuring, mental health, life skills, and substance use.

Act as an advocate to resolve crisis situations

Collect information about individuals under supervision through assessments, interviews, observations, and random drug screening.

Counsel individuals under supervision in individual and group sessions to help develop coping skills and recover from dependencies.

Develop and implement treatment plans

Maintain confidentiality of records relating to the client's treatment

Monitor, evaluate, and record individual progress according to measurable goals described in the treatment plan.

Prepare, document, and maintain all case notes, treatment records, and reports.

Facilitate substance use and/or cognitive programming, based on the needs of each circuit. Non-traditional hours may be required to ensure program delivery. Travel may also be required for training, court, as well as to facilitate groups in other assigned locations.

Preferred Qualifications:

One year of experience providing individual and/or group counseling services to individuals under supervision in the criminal justice system on probation or parole identified to have substance abuse and/or cognitive needs; Credentialing (i.e., Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CADC/CAC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or comparable credential).

Soft Skills

Organization

Communication

Team Work

Disqualifiers for the Position: Non-Sworn Employment Disqualifiers Notification (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aTfPmzPjcXWi9ZEwmbUxWPcvFPOSnhCfKSDQDv7d5YQ/edit?usp=sharing)

Salary/Benefits

This is a part-time position 29 hours per week.

Part-Time Non-Credentialed Counselor: $28.37/hour

Part-Time Credentialed Counselor: $31.37/hour

INCENTIVES:

Training and professional development opportunities (no-cost CEUs for credentialed staff)

To apply, please visit the DCS jobsite link below to review the job posting and formally apply:

https://dcsga.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a296zwvfmom6/aa0

Applicants who do not apply using the DCS link will NOT be considered.

PLEASE NOTE:

This posting is subject to close once a suitable candidate has been selected.

Bachelor's degree in in counseling or a related field from an accredited college or university or certification as an addiction counselor from the Georgia Addiction Counselors Association (GACA) or equivalent certification.

Additional Information

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Requisition ID: HEA0A8V

Number of Openings: 1

Advertised Salary: 28.37/HR

Shift: Day Job

Internal Contact Name: Sherry Lee Tate

Internal Contact Email: sherry.tate@dcs.ga.gov

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