Title: Substance Abuse Counselor (Part-Time)

State Role Title: W49012

Hiring Range: Up to $30/hr

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Central State Hospital

Agency Website: www.csh.dbhds.virginia.gov

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 currently recruiting a Part-Time Substance Abuse Counselor to join our Psychology department. The Substance Abuse Counselor will facilitate evidenced-based and recovery-oriented individual and group substance use services with adults with serious mental illness at Central State Hospital in both maximum security and civil units. The Part-Time Substance Abuse Counselor is to complete assessments and screenings of clients to determine presence or severity of substance use disorders. The role will document on clients' attendance and progress according to hospital and departmental policy. The Substance Abuse Counselor (Part-Time) is to provide quality services in line with hospital and departmental missions, policies, and procedures, which may include assisting with departmental coverage needs.

Job Duties:
- Provide individual and group counseling as assigned to individuals receiving services regarding substance use and other relevant therapeutic topics;
- Documentation of services is entered into the medical record in a timely manner and meets quality standards for the department;
- 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;
- 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;
- Assist individuals receiving services to identify their need for treatment programs;
- Completes necessary continuing education to maintain certifications or licensure to perform assigned duties

Minimum Qualifications

- Master's degree in Counseling or related field
- Clinical experience providing services for individuals with substance use disorders
- Current certification in substance Abuse counseling services (CSAC)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities to best perform:
- 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 within 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 (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact Human Resources at (804) 524-XXXX for assistance. Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY.

Hiram W. Davis Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics or disability.

DBHDS is a healthcare organization and must comply with the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (federal CMS) guidance on Omnibus COVID-19 Health Care staff Vaccination Regulation which requires vaccination of all employees or an exemption. A job offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate meeting these guidelines as a condition of employment.

Contact Information

Name: Central State Hospital

Phone: 804-524-7000

Email: CSHRecruitment@DBHDS.virginia.gov

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 AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.