What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recovery Court Counselor #1912 - Recovery Court - Unassigned Division position at Hamilton County?
THIS IS A PART-TIME POSITION.
BILINGUAL PREFERRED POSITION - Applicants who are able to read, write, and speak in both English and Spanish are preferred for this position.
Under general supervision, with a focus on high-risk individuals, provides individual counseling for Recovery Court participants and facilitate evidence-based curriculums in group settings. Will provide critical client support to justice-involved individuals with a history of substance use.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.)
Bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW), counseling, marriage and family therapy, or a related field. One (1) year of work experience providing group and individual counseling services working with justice involved individuals who have substance use disorders. Must be working toward licensure or have LADAC/CAC or a Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist. A valid driver’s license is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Licensure with the State of Tennessee as a LMSW, LCSW, LMFT or LPC is preferred.
Experience and certification(s) in evidenced based curriculums such as Thinking for a Change, Moral Reconation Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Interventions for Substance Use, Seeking Safety, etc.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) Preferred– Applicants who are proficient in both English and Spanish are preferred, but not required, for this position.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work requires managing multiple tasks in a fast paced environment including extensive computer data entry and processing; bending, stooping, walking and/or standing for extended periods of time, and carrying of equipment and supplies weighing up to 30 pounds. Work may also involve the potential for physical harm in dealing with defendants and potential exposure to infectious diseases.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Any overtime hours offered in this position are not guaranteed, are an estimate, and are subject to change.
All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in-person and require regular and punctual attendance.
All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on Holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the County’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page.
https://www.hamiltontn.gov/Department_EqualEmploymentOpportunityOffice.aspx
Salary : $22 - $28
