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Addiction Counselor - Grant Funded

El Paso County -
Colorado Springs, CO

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Job Details

Full-time
4 days ago

Qualifications

Confidential information handling
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Customer service
Bachelor's degree
Substance abuse
Conflict management

Full Job Description

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VISION

El Paso County will be a trusted regional leader known for excellence in county service delivery.

PURPOSE

We provide essential public services to the Pikes Peak Region in support of our residents, businesses, and communities, enhancing the freedom for all to thrive.

VALUES

Service Focused • Collaborative • Accountable • Trustworthy • Transparent

Job Summary

Base pay for this position will be dependent on qualifications

The Sheriff’s Office provides public safety at all times and therefore every position is deemed essential. All positions are in-person and not eligible for remote work. Every position is also subject to recall based on the needs of the Office to keep the community safe.

This position has an anticipated work schedule of:

Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm, subject to change.

Please be advised this position may close without advance notice, should we receive a sufficient number of applicants.

This position is responsible for case management, client treatment, client participation, and discharge planning for incarcerated clients at the El Paso County Criminal Justice Center (CJC) receiving Medication Assisted Therapy (MAT) or who have a substance use disorder. This position is subject to grant funding.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Provides case management utilizing intervention, therapy, rehabilitation, support services, and continuing care strategies to the degree indicated by client assessments and needs, which are specific, goal-focused, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time-limited. Assess and diagnose individuals for substance use disorders.
Facilitate substance abuse therapy and psychoeducation groups. Maintain Office of Behavioral Health (OBH) client enrollment and case management compliance, including administrative documentation requirements, assessment and evaluation completion, intake summaries, admission summaries, individualized client service plans, treatment notes, client contact notes, and discharge summaries.

Assess and assist clients with discharge and aftercare planning for medication continuity of care, housing, employment, medical, education, and public services.
Monitor transitioned clients’ compliance with community collaborations, criminal justice mandates, sobriety, independent living, and employment.
Perform data entry, statistical gathering, formulation, reporting, and documentation of clinical services.
Assist in strategic planning, research, and documentation for clients’ aftercare, current and up to one year after discharge.
Instruct and develop a variety of curriculum specific to client needs.
Develop and present on the EPSO Medication Assisted Therapy (MAT) program to various organizations and stakeholders.
Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of case management, community mental health and substance abuse services.
Must be honest, truthful, trustworthy, and possess personal integrity.
Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to assess situations and make practical and appropriate decisions by applying conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
Ability to complete assigned tasks accurately and in a timely manner.
Ability to efficiently plan, schedule, and organize.
Must be able to provide professional, courteous, and responsive customer service in all interactions.
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Ability to perform under pressure and when confronted with people acting under stress.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in coursework in a behavioral health concentration or human services equivalent.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Experience in criminal justice or a related field.

Licenses/Certificates:

Must possess and maintain Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) or Addiction Counselor Candidate (ADDC) or Certified Addiction Technician (CAT) or Certified Addiction Specialist (CAS) in good standing with the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies.
Must be in compliance with the Office of Behavioral Health (OBH) standards and in accordance with Addiction Counselor Certification and License Standards.
Must obtain and maintain Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Compliance within six months of employment.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, truth verification examination, Tuberculosis testing, and drug screen.

Work Conditions

Duties are performed in an office environment in a correctional/detention facility. May encounter some hazards to personal safety through contact with potentially violent incarcerated citizens. Must be available to work variable hours including weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed. Sheriff’s Office employees must complete tuberculosis testing as applicable to the specific position prior to job assignment and periodic testing thereafter.

El Paso County is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer.

El Paso County adheres to Federal drug screening guidelines and requires a pre-employment drug screen.

Sheriff's Office Employees: https://epcsheriffsoffice.com/employment/

How did you learn of this position?

I am currently employed by the Sheriff's Office
I am currently employed by El Paso County
El Paso County Website
Indeed.com
Employee Referral
Social Media (Twitter/Facebook)
LinkedIn
University/College Career Site
Industry-specific Career Site
Professional Membership Career Site
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Please select your highest level of education:

High school diploma or equivalent education
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree currently in progress
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree or higher
None of the above

If applicable, please specify the major associated with your college degree.

Do you have a bachelor's degree with coursework in a behavioral health concentration or human services equivalent?

Are you a Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC), Addiction Counselor Candidate (ADDC), Certified Addiction Technician (CAT) or Certified Addiction Specialist (CAS) in good standing with the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies?

Please select what license you currently hold:

Addiction Counselor (LAC)
Addiction Counselor Candidate (ADDC)
Certified Addiction Technician (CAT)
Certified Addiction Specialist (CAS)
In progress
None of the above

Are you in compliance with the Office of Behavioral Health (OBH) standards and in accordance with Addiction Counselor Certification and License Standards?

Do you have experience in criminal justice or a related field?

Please describe your professional experience in criminal justice or a related field.

Do you have a valid driver's license?

Please share why you want the position of Addiction Counselor with the El Paso County Sheriff's Office.

Have you read, and do you accept the work conditions as outlined in the job posting?

The Sheriff's Office employs a "non-release" hostage policy. This means that in the event you are taken hostage, either inside or outside of a Sheriff's Office facility (vehicles included), we would do everything within our power in order to secure your release; however, we would never release an inmate or prisoner. Can you work in an environment that operates under a policy such as this?

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