Substance Use Counselor - Men's Shelter

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Substance Use Counselor - Men's Shelter

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This position is located at the Roof Above Men’s Shelter, working with specific populations including men experiencing homelessness.

The required work schedule is full time onsite Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Coverage of the after-hours phone is also required on a rotating basis.

This person will serve as one of the primary counselors for the SAIOP program offered within the shelter. Facilitate substance use groups and individual counseling, provide Person Centered Planning, completing Treatment Authorization Requests, and provide case management services. Experience completing NCTOPPs, Person Centered Plans, and Service Authorization Requests is desired.

See posting at Mecklenburg County NC Local Government website for further details.

Experience Required

Minimum of 3 years experience in substance use counseling. Bachelor's degree in a human services related field. Equivalent combination of education & experience accepted? Yes Certified in North Carolina as a CADC, LCAS, LCAS-A, or CADC-INTERN by the NCASPPB. Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License. Requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Mecklenburg County Driving Privileges. Prefer previous experience completing NCTOPPs, Person Centered Plans, and Service Authorization Requests.

Further Comments

Community Support Services

Perks

In addition to a competitive salary, Mecklenburg County offers a generous benefits package which greatly increases your total compensation. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, short term disability, long term disability, accident, cancer, critical illness, medical bridge and pet insurance; dependent care, healthcare and commuter flexible spending accounts; health savings account; paid holiday, vacation and sick days; near site clinics for preventive care and illnesses; an employee discount program which provides discounts for retail, dining, shopping, travel, tickets and more; an employee assistance program including financial and legal counseling; access to Mecklenburg County fitness and aquatic facilities; paid family leave; tuition reimbursement; a 5% employer match on retirement savings plan contributions and a defined benefit plan for retirement.

Salary

Salary based on education, experience level and internal equity. Midpoint salary $52,800.00.

Apply directly at Mecklenburg County Government's website for Job ID # REQ12427:

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Mecklenburg County Government - Community Support Services Department
3205 Freedom Drive
Charlotte, NC 28208