EMPLOYMENT

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ALL CARE Family Services, a mental health, substance abuse, and assessment provider for youth and families, is seeking Licensed Professional Counselors and Licensed Clinical Social Workers to provide mental health assessments and clinical supervision for its Intensive In-Home counseling program and Best Options Assessment Services.

ALL CARE is also seeking Certified Substance Abuse Counselors to supervise and facilitate its youth and family substance abuse program.

Submit your resume to careers@allcarefamilyservices.org.  Closing date to submit resumes for all positions is April 15, 2008.

All applications are due by 12:00 noon on Friday to be considered for this week's recruitments.  A full-length job description for any of these positions may be obtained by calling Brittany Liberatore, Human Resources Generalist, at 434-970-1392.

Benefits are available for all salaried positions and for hourly positions that are regularly scheduled for 20 or more hours per week.  Access to auto, valid Virginia Driver's license, and proof of insurance and current DMV driving record are required for all positions that involve transporting consumers.

CENTER FOR ACCESS AND CASE MANAGEMENT

Mandatory Outpatient Treatment & Community Hospital Liaison Coordinator

This position will be responsible for the oversight, coordination, and development of Region Ten's Mandatory Outpatient Treatment services.  The Coordinator will also provide crisis assessment, intervention, stabilization, and referral assistance to persons experiencing mental health, mental retardation, and substance abuse concerns.  Services may be provided over the phone or face-to-face, in both the office and the community.  Master's degree in human services required.  Salary negotiable.

CENTER FOR ADULT REHABILITATION SERVICES

MH Support Services II (DRC Live-In)

The Dual Recovery Center is looking for a part-time, live-in peer counselor to manage a DRC residence that houses two males recovering from addiction and mental illness.  Duties include monitoring and encouraging healthy behavior in residents, and reporting any issues, needs, or problems to program staff.  Will need to be available to check in with residents each morning and evening; up to 12 on-duty hours per week.  Free rent and utilities; because this position requires incumbent to share apartment with two male residents, only male applicants will be considered.  Hourly rate is $11.76.

MH Support Services III (Carlton)

Join an organized and thoughtful team of mental health professionals providing support services to individuals recovering from serious mental illness.  The MHSS provider crafts individual service plans, provides instruction in daily living skills, assists in acquiring community resources, and offers counseling and support to clients within a supervised apartment program.  This position provides an opportunity to help people in recovery reach their goals and become more independent.   Applicant must hold a Bachelor's degree in a human services field and have one year experience working with individuals with mental illness (internship/practicum may be included), or have at least four years of direct clinical work experience.  Two positions available - both schedules are Tues-Sat, afternoon and evening hours.  Salary is $30,023.54; may be negotiable based upon experience and education.

MH Support Services III (IST)

This position provides opportunities for: rich clinical experience working with a diverse population of adults with mental illness in the community; non-traditional work setting; independence with team support; flexibility.  Requires: professionalism and flexibility; independence with team spirit; dependability; belief in recovery from mental illness; patience; ability to work with people from a variety of backgrounds; person-centered assessment and service planning skills.  Must have, at a minimum, a Bachelor's degree in a human services field with one year of mental health experience.  Schedule is Sunday-Thursday.  Salary is $30,023.54; may be negotiable based upon education and/or experience.

MH Support Services III (Step Up; Evenings)

Provide mental health support services with Step Up, a new program that will provide rehabilitative and housing supports to individuals with persistent mental illness (often with co-occurring chemical dependence) who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.  The MHSS worker will work with each individual to develop their self-care skills training program and to ensure their health and safety while transitioning from homelessness into housing.  This is a 20-hour per week position that works evening hours.   Must have a Bachelor's degree and one year clinical experience; four years of direct clinical experience; or equivalent combination to meet QMHP standards.  Salary

at 50% is $15,011.77.

CENTER FOR CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES

Educational Support Specialist

Make a difference in the life of a school-aged child. Join a dynamic team to provide behavioral coaching and support to at-risk children in this school-based program.  Small caseload (maximum 6), ongoing supervision, works closely with teachers and staff. Full-time benefits.   A bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences or human services or equivalent experience is required. Experience providing mental health services in a school setting is a plus. Salary is $30,023.54.

Student Assistance Program Manager

Creative, energetic person sought to coordinate and lead middle school-based Student Assistance Program.  Incumbent will provide substance abuse prevention, brief intervention, psycho-educational groups, referral, crisis intervention, and other services - as part of the Student Assistance model - to students at Buford  Middle School.  He/she will collaborate with school and Region Ten personnel, human service agencies, local jurisdictions, and citizen groups to promote resilience in the population served, and in the community at large.  Bachelor's degree in pertinent mental health/substance abuse field is required; Master's degree preferred.  Annual salary for this 10-month position is $32,741.73.

CENTER FOR RURAL SERVICES

Clinician, Outpatient (Fluvanna 50%)

Join a growing team in Fluvanna County.  Licensed therapist needed in Palmyra to provide mental health counseling to adults and children; experience with couples and families a definite plus.  Licensure differential available for LPC and LCSW. Salary at 50% is $17,791.94.

MH Support Services III (Louisa)

Exciting work with a small team, providing mental health support services in a rural community setting.  Incumbent will spend most of his/her time in the community, assisting individuals with activities of daily living, accessing community resources, and maintaining their personal health and safety.  Bachelor's degree in human services with one year of clinical experience required. Salary is $30,023.54.

All applications are due by 12:00 noon on Friday to be considered for this week's recruitments.

Region Ten does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, citizenship, color, disability, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex and/or sexual orientation.

Apply at Region Ten CSB,
Human Resources Office,
502 Old Lynchburg Road,
Charlottesville VA 22903;
mail to
800 Preston Avenue,
Charlottesville VA  22903;
or apply online at www.regionten.org. 

To have an application mailed directly to you and/or receive a copy of a full job description; call the Human Resources Office.

Missy Rand Barker, LPC, CSAC
Director of Training
Region Ten Community Services Board
502 Old Lynchburg Road
Charlottesville, VA  22903
missyb@regionten.org
Phone: 434.970.1355
Fax:  434.293.2015

 

Rappahannock Area Community Services Board (RASCB) offers the following full-time positions.  For position details and application, please visit our website at www.racsb.state.va.us.

 

• Child & Adolescent Case Manager.................................$40,846
  
• Mental Health Case Manager........................................ $40,846
  
• Mental Health Intensive Case Manager...........................$40,846
  
• Substance Abuse Case Manager...................................$40,846
  
• Mental Health Therapist (School-Based).........................$40,846
  
• Emergency Services Therapist.......................................$44,876
  
• Prevention Programs Manager.......................................$44,876
  
• Mental Health/Substance Abuse Outpatient Therapist (Licensed)....$44,876 - $50,024
  
• Substance Abuse Therapist (Licensed)ŠŠŠŠ.ŠŠŠŠŠŠŠ.$44,876 - $50,024
  
• Psychiatrist..................................................................Negotiable

 

Inova Health System

THERAPIST I

Full Time Position

DESCRIPTION
Acts as primary therapist, providing a range of therapies, substance abuse treatment, crisis intervention and behavior management to achieve improvement of treatment goals and discharge dispositions.  Provides substance abuse treatment services and coordination of treatment services for adolescents and their families to facilitate access to needed treatment. This may include coordinating with referring professionals, treatment team, QI, UR and others to ensure appropriate care. Conducts intake sessions to assess patient and family needs.  Completes documentation of assessments, treatment plans, therapy sessions, case manager discharge summaries and formal written reports as needed.  Participates in staff meetings and professional committees as assigned. Provides staff or community inservices when assigned. Participates in activities integral to the maintenance and continued development of Inova Kellar Center.  Provides assessment, planning, treatment, intervention and evaluation to patients with addictions.

REQUIREMENTS
Two Years beyond Masters in mental health
Certification in Medication Management, CPR and First Aid Preferred

EDUCATION
Masters Degree in a mental health discipline

For more information and to apply, use the following link: https://inova.hrdpt.com/cgi-bin/a/highlightjob.cgi?jobid=99998448

Chemical Dependency Counselor

 Wilderness Treatment Center

Wilderness Treatment Center is a 60 day inpatient chemical dependency treatment program for young men between the ages of 14 and 24.  It is located in NW Montana on a 4,000 acre cattle ranch. Counselors’ responsibilities include managing a caseload of 6 patients, group therapy, individual and didactic therapy and full participation as a member of the clinical team. The counselor would provide these services within the context of a 40-hour week.  To break up the monotony of the weekly grind, counselors also participate in 3 to 5 wilderness trips per year that are 16 to 21 days in length. Group sizes range from 6 to 8 young men ages 14 to 24 and wilderness experience is helpful but not required. Each trip has two staff, the other one being a qualified wilderness instructor. 

Benefits of this position include: $ 33,000.00 to $38,000.00 salary range, $500.00 annual training allowance and an incentive pay plan that rewards longevity. The incentive plan is based on days in the wilderness and is first paid at the end of your second year of employment. At the end of your second year $20.00 per day in the wilderness, end of the third year $25.00, end of the fourth year $30.00 which is the maximum. The counselor would also be eligible for our matching retirement package after one year of employment. After 6 months of employment and completion of the probationary period you receive 80 hours of paid leave and begin at that point to earn 16 hours of personal leave each month. You will also be eligible to purchase outdoor equipment at our cost on a 90-day payment plan.

Candidates must meet all eligibility requirements for licensure in the state of Montana as a licensed addictions counselor.  Look at www.mt.gov , search - licensed addiction counselor.

We ask for a minimum of a one-year commitment.

Please look at our web page www.wildernesstreatmentcenter.com

If you have any further questions or would like to inquire further about this position please contact me at 406-854-2832.

Mark Lyga, MSW, MAC, LAC
Clinical Director
mark@wildernesstreatmentcenter.com

 

Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice
Behavioral Services Unit
www.djj.virginia.gov

The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice 
is currently seeking qualified Mental Health Professionals for the
Behavioral Services Unit within the
 Beaumont Juvenile Correctional Center. Positions include: Therapist, Therapist Supervisors, Clinical Social Workers and Psychologist Seniors.

Please reference the following position numbers:
*** BS020, BS030, BS047, BS097, BS090, BS106***

***Excellent State Benefits***
For a complete job description and to apply online, please visit us at www.djj.virginia.gov and click Employment. All interested candidates must submit an online application.
 Pre-employment drug screening, fingerprint, and background investigation required.
Equal Opportunity Employer
For further information contact the HR Department at (804) 371-0700

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Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice
Behavioral Services Unit
www.djj.virginia.gov

2 SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT COUNSELORS

The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice is currently seeking two Substance Abuse Treatment Counselors to provide direct clinical services to committed youth within the Behavioral Services Unit at the Bon Air Juvenile Correctional Center. Duties include providing services to incarcerated youth with substance abuse treatment needs requiring individual, group and family psychotherapies in accordance with evidence based practices. The candidate will develop individualized treatment plans and/or other professionally written reports. 

Minimum qualifications for this position include knowledge of adolescent development as well as knowledge of providing psychotherapy to adolescents. The qualified candidate will have knowledge of individual, family and group psychotherapies and assessment techniques. The candidate should have working knowledge of substance abuse treatment and co-occurring disorders. Successful candidate should also be skilled in working within a multidisciplinary treatment team and should be able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. The successful candidate must also be able to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications include Master’s degree in a counseling related field; experience working with substance abusing adolescents in a correctional center, residential setting, or group home; Licensure as a Clinical Social Worker, Professional Counselor or other related field and Certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor.

Please reference the following position numbers
 *** BS064 ***
*** BS113 ***

***Excellent State Benefits***
For a complete job description and to apply online, please visit us at www.djj.virginia.gov and click Employment. All interested candidates must submit an online application. Pre-employment drug screening, fingerprint, and background investigation required.
Equal Opportunity Employer
For further information contact the HR Department at (804) 371-0700

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Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice
Behavioral Services Unit
www.djj.virginia.gov

THERAPIST SUPERVISORS

The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice is currently seeking Therapist Supervisors to provide a combination of duties at the Hanover and Beaumont Juvenile Correctional Center including, but not limited to: direct clinical care to youth; administrative and clinical supervision to social workers and/or other professionals of similar clinical disciplines within the Behavioral Services Unit; coordination of substance abuse treatment programming and/or sex offender treatment programming; or other tasks as designated by the Treatment Director.

Minimum qualifications for this position include considerable knowledge of adolescent development, psychopathology and psychosocial treatment; skills in the application of psychosocial assessment and treatment methods with adolescents; the ability to work independently and as a team member in an institutional environment; the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively, both orally and in writing, with a wide range of consumers and partners; the ability to develop, implement, evaluate, and coordinate institutional programming; the ability to effectively supervise other professionals; and specific knowledge, skills, and abilities in delivering either substance abuse treatment or sex offender treatment

The preferred incumbent will have: a graduate degree in social work or other clinical counseling field; licensure within their clinical discipline (e.g. Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor); Certification as CSAC or CSOTP; and experience working with emotionally disturbed adolescents in a residential setting. 


Please reference the following position numbers
 *** BS090***
*** BS105 ***

***Excellent State Benefits***
For a complete job description and to apply online, please visit us at www.djj.virginia.gov and click Employment. All interested candidates must submit an online application. Pre-employment drug screening, fingerprint, and background investigation required.
Equal Opportunity Employer
For further information contact the HR Department at (804) 371-0700

 

 

Kellogg Health Scholars Program: 2008-2010 Call for Applications

The Kellogg Health Scholars Program is now recruiting for a 2008-2010 cohort that will begin in fall 2008. The deadline date for submitting an application (online applications only) is Tuesday, January 8, 2008 (11:59 p.m. ET).

The Kellogg Health Scholars Program (KHSP) combines the highly successful Community Health Scholars Program (CHSP) and Scholars in Health Disparities Program (SHDP). This program offers two-year postdoctoral fellowships at 8 training sites. Eight fellowships are in the Multidisciplinary Track (which is based on SHDP) and eight fellowships are in the Community Track (which is based on CHSP). The first track highlights a multi-disciplinary approach to studying the social determinants of health disparities. The second track highlights community-academic partnering and community-based participatory research.. Both tracks highlight the translation of health research into policy.

KHSP partners with allies in policy and practice organizations across the country to create a movement aimed at eliminating health disparities and securing equal access to the conditions and services essential for achieving healthy communities. By combining the proven strengths of our antecedent programs, we have created a linked program to develop a cadre of leaders with: the competency to translate research to policies that address health disparities; the capacity to partner with communities in carrying out research and building policy advocacy; and the skills to inform and support policy makers who seek to reduce and eliminate health disparities.

The Multidisciplinary Track training is provided at the following sites:

Harvard University
University of California, San Francisco and Berkeley
University of Pittsburgh
University of Texas, Houston

The Community Track training is provided at the following sites:

Johns Hopkins University
Morgan State University
University of Michigan
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

Each fellowship provides an annual salary of $61,000 in the first year, $62,000 in the second year, an annual research fund and other benefits.

The application will be downloadable at:  http://www.kellogghealthscholars.org <http://www.kellogghealthscholars.org/>.

For information regarding specific tracks:
o Community Track - Saundra Bailey, voice 734-647-3065, fax: 734-936-0927, email saundrab@umich.edu <mailto:saundrab@umich.edu>;
o Multidisciplinary Track - Marie Briones-Jones, voice 202-387-2829, fax 202-387-2857, email mbjones@cfah.org <mailto:mbjones@cfah.org>

 

Treatment Program Coordinator
Community Corrections Services
Hiring Range:  $50,837 - $59,830

Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Criminal Justice or related Human Services field.  Master’s degree with certification as a substance abuse counselor preferred.  Minimum of one year experience in program management as well as experience in counseling or providing other direct services to clients.  The Program Coordinator is responsible for oversight of the daily activities in two treatment programs provided by Community Corrections Services, a criminal justice agency.  The programs provide substance abuse and mental health services as an alternative to incarceration.  This position supervises clinical staff and community supervision staff members as well as support personnel.  Functions as a member of management and provides the day to day direction of the programs, including strategic planning and personnel development.  May also conduct individual needs assessments, treatment plans and counseling interventions for clients.  Monitor and encourage relationships with stakeholders and maintain program reporting responsibility.  Facilitate treatment and psychoeducational groups as needed.  Provide the clinicians with clinical oversight and assistance.  Must possess a valid driver’s license.  Good driving record required.  Must not reflect a total accumulation of six or more negative points within the past three years or a major violation within the past four years.  Pre-employment drug testing and FBI criminal background check required.  A Chesterfield County application is required and must be submitted online by 5pm November 29, 2007.  Visit careers.chesterfield.gov to view instructions and to complete and submit an application.  (804) 748-1551.

An Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity

Centra Health
Counselor III

Professional counselor working with chemically dependent male adults in a residential treatment center called PATHWAYS. Masters degree in counseling or other human service field required. Ideal candidate will have experience working in addiction treatment setting and work well within a multidisciplinary treatment team. Certified or eligible for certification as a substance abuse counselor. Two years sober if recovering. For more information, please contact Brent McCraw at (434) 947-4455.  To apply, go online to www.centrahealth.com.

Closing date:  November 30, 2007

Clinician – BFOQ: Male: Req. #08-098

Community Corrections Services

Hiring Range: $38,944 - $45,833

Male applicant with a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or related Human Services field required (Master’s preferred) and one year experience in counseling or providing other direct service to clients. Knowledge of the substance abuse and criminal justice fields preferred and of motivational interviewing and men’s issues in counseling a plus. CSAC, LCSW, LPC or license eligible a plus. Conduct services such as group and individual counseling; conduct individual needs assessments; treatment planning and counseling intervention for the Day Reporting Center clients; monitor established treatment plans and develop reports; drug and alcohol screens; maintain case files. Good driving record required. Must not reflect a total accumulation of six or more negative points within the past three years or a major violation within the past four years. Pre-employment drug testing and FBI criminal background check required. A Chesterfield County application is required and must be submitted online. Visit careers.chesterfield.gov to view instructions and to complete and submit an application. (804) 748-1551.

An Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity

VIRGINIA COMMONWEATLH UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY COUNSELING SERVICES, DIVISON OF STUDENT AFFAIRS & ENROLLMENT SERVICESPOSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

VIRGINIACOMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY
University Student Health Services

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Title: Coordinator, Substance Abuse Services

Rank: Professional Faculty, Instructor

Purpose: To reduce high-risk use of alcohol and other drugs (AOD) among VCU students.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES COORDINATOR (FA 436)

Virginia Commonwealth University twelve-month faculty position to develop, implement and evaluate substance abuse prevention strategies, including policy change.  Master’s degree in Public Health or related field required. College substance abuse prevention experience preferred.

Full position description and qualifications at: http://www.pubinfo.vcu.edu/facjobs/facjob.asp?Item=2661.

Send resume, cover letter and 3 references to: Jackie MacDonald, Office of Health Promotion, VCU Box 842022, Richmond, VA 23284-2022. Review begins June 15, 2007.  VCU is an EEO/AA employer. Minorities, women, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Clinical Mental Health Professional

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) seeks three senior staff Clinical Mental Health Professionals to join the staff of University Counseling Services in the Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Services. These positions entail working closely with graduate, professional and undergraduate on the Monroe Park Campus at VCU to address their unique psychological needs. General duties include intake assessment, individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, experience in brief psychotherapy, crisis work, trainee supervision, outreach, and consultation with university faculty and staff. These positions may include up to two evening hours per week.

Preference will be given to strong generalists who demonstrate experience and expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Treatment and outreach to graduate and professional students on a medical campus.
• Treatment and outreach to African American undergraduate, graduate and professional students.
• Assessment, outreach, and treatment of students with substance abuse issues. Professional certification in substance abuse preferred.

Qualifications: An earned doctorate in Counseling or Clinical Psychology; or a master’s degree plus 2 years experience in related field is required. Licensed or license eligible in the Commonwealth of Virginia . Completion of a supervised internship or work equivalent experience in a university counseling center or related professional setting. Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary counseling center team, work independently, have knowledge of contemporary university mental health issues, and multicultural competence.

University Counseling Services has an APA-accredited pre-doctoral intern training program. The multidisciplinary staff of UCS includes nine full-time clinicians and a graduate training staff drawing from the disciplines of psychology, social work, and psychiatry. VCU is a growing urban university of 30,000 students located on two campuses in the capital city of Richmond , VA.

Applications are due by June 25, 2007 . Salary is commensurate with experience and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

To apply, send a letter of interest, three letters of references and current vita to: Dr. Claudia Carroll, Virginia Commonwealth University , University Counseling Services, P.O. Box 842525 , University Student Commons , 907 Floyd Ave., Richmond , VA 23284-2525 .

For additional information about Virginia Commonwealth University and UCS, visit our web site at http://www.students.vcu.edu/counsel/. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

RICHMOND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AUTHORITY (RBHA)  

1)
Position Title: Substance Abuse Counselor
Position Number: 6313 - 10 - 423 District 1

Job Description: The Richmond Behavioral Health Authority is seeking a full-time energetic and highly motivated Substance Abuse Services professional with a good working knowledge of the disease of addiction and current AOD evidence-based treatment practices. The preferred candidate will have substantial training and experience in the assessment and treatment of substance use disorders with offender populations, and possess state and/or national certifications in addiction treatment CSAC, CAC, CCJP, or LSATP. This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling or related field with advanced education in addictions counseling preferred. Applicants must have a valid Virginia driver’s license and vehicle available for use. This position does work on-site at District 1 Probation and Parole Program and will include three evenings per week until approximately 8:00 p.m.

Closing Date: Until filled
Starting Salary Range: $36,549.76 - $49,343.84
Interested candidates should download our employment application at www.rbha.org , once filled out please fax it to (804) 819-8720. Please call RBHA's Recruiter at (804) 819-4099 for more information

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2)
Position Title: SA / HIV Clinician
Position Number: 6342 - 11 - 452

Job Description: The Richmond Behavioral Health Authority is seeking a qualified HIV / Substance Abuse Clinician for the HIP unit. The successful candidate will manage a caseload and provide intensive community-based case management, crisis intervention services and supportive counseling. The candidate will also conduct initial assessments and diagnostic impressions upon admission for services. The Clinician will maintain a current knowledge of diagnostic techniques, counseling approaches, and service modalities used for SA client service delivery, and provide HIV prevention counseling, testing and intervention services. The Clinician will facilitate skill-building, motivational enhancement and other clinical groups, and arrange for additional/alternative services where appropriate. The successful candidate will interface with other service providers, provide follow-up data collection with consumers to the supervisor and project evaluator and attend staff meetings, weekly supervision, clinical staffings, and multi-disciplinary treatment team meetings The position requires a Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling or related field. CSAC certification or eligible. Virginia license or license-eligible preferred. Experience with the criminal justice-involved population preferred. Two years experience in a behavioral health setting required. THE CANDIDATE MUST BE BILINGUAL IN SPANISH.

Closing Date: Until filled
Starting Salary Range: $39,657.28 - $53,537.12
Interested candidates should download our employment application at www.rbha.org , once filled out please fax it to (804) 819-8720. Please call RBHA's Recruiter at (804) 819-4099 for more information

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3)
Position Title: Substance Abuse Case Manager
Position Number: 6313-10-421

Job Description: The Richmond Behavioral Health Authority is seeking a full-time, energetic and highly motivated substance abuse services professional with a good working knowledge of the disease of addiction and current AOD evidence based treatment practices. Training and experience in the treatment and case management of adults with substance abuse disorders is required. CSAC and/or CAC certification preferred, and/or advanced education in addictions counseling or a related field. This position requires a Bachelors degree in psychology, social work, rehabilitation counseling or related field, as well as a valid Virginia drivers license.

Closing Date: until filled

Starting Salary Range: $36,549.76 - $49,343.84

Interested candidates should visit www.rbha.org for further information. To apply download the employment application, once completed fax it to (804) 819-8720. Please call RBHA recruiter for more info 819- 4099

 

POSITION AVAILABLE

Addiction Recovery Systems

Position - Executive Director

Location: Charlottesville Virginia

Addiction Recovery Systems, an outpatient substance abuse treatment center, is seeking an Executive Director to lead its Charlottesville, Virginia Clinic. 

Successful candidate will be responsible for daily administration and supervision of the clinic, including business, fiscal, clinical and maintenance of the facility.  Additional responsibilities include long and short-term planning, program evaluation & compliance with all regulatory statutes. 

Qualifications include:  Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Policy, Health Administration or other related field, (Master’s Degree a plus), experience in substance abuse environment with demonstrated experience in management role, excellent oral and written communications skills and ability to interact with people at all levels.  Excellent benefit package and competitive salary with a pleasant work environment. 

Send resume and salary requirements to careers@pantopsclinic.com

POSITION AVAILABLE

2007-2008 Academic Year: Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies at Brown University Offers a Research and Clinical Training Program in Juvenile Forensic Psychology with Research Specialty in Substance Abuse Studies.

      Psychologists wishing to pursue a career in forensic research and clinical service are invited to apply for positions in the Brown University Training Program in Juvenile Forensic Psychology. The Brown program, in partnership with the Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF), prepares professionals to conduct high quality research and clinical work in forensic psychology. An emphasis is placed on research related to substance use/abuse. Seventy-five percent effort is devoted to clinical work and 25% is devoted to research.

      Weekly seminars and colloquia emphasize conceptualization and conduct of research as well as the conduct of forensic clinical work. The training program focuses on the development and implementation of on-site research under the supervision of trainee-selected faculty mentors. Clinical work is set in a juvenile correctional facility with experiences offered in transitioning youth back to their communities and families. Opportunity exists to conduct research on and/or engage in clinical forensic work with adults involved in the justice system as well.

      A significant portion of the training program is devoted to grant writing. An intensive seminar with substantial faculty input is the major component of training in the first year. The end product of the grant writing seminar is an NIH quality grant proposal. Since 1997, more than half of the fellows who have completed the program have become a PI on an NIH grant. Trainees select mentors whose areas of research match well with their own. 

      Trainees receive a stipend for their training period. Fellowships are for one to two years. Stipends for post-doctoral research fellows begin at $35,568, plus an allowance for travel and research-related expenses as well as liberal health benefits. Limited funds are also competitively available for R and D projects.

      Brown Medical School is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer and actively encourages applications from women and minorities. Application review will continue until the positions are filled or the search is closed. Visit the Brown University website for a down-loadable application and information on submission requirements: (under “Clinical Research Fellowships”).

Please contact Rachel Alberg, Administrative Assistant, with questions concerning this program:

Phone: (401) 444-1825 
Fax: (401) 444-1850
Email:  Rachel_Alberg@brown.edu

POSITION AVAILABLE  

Director of Research

The National Indian Child Welfare Association based in Portland , OR is seeking a competent Director of Research to be the principle investigator for NICWA research and evaluation projects. Responsible for (1) directing research design, methodology, data analysis, and results; (2) reporting of all research and evaluation activities; and (3) management, control, and delivery of all aspects of the research programs.  Position requires a diplomatic, proactive, problem-solving personality, sensitive to the spectrum of political and client cultures and conducive to mutual goal achievement; strategic project management and organizational skills; and an unfailing vision that champions client welfare and resource development. Collaborative goal achievement, diplomacy, and pragmatism are the hallmarks of this position.  

       Qualifications : PhD in social work or related human services field; proven advanced quantitative and qualitative research methods and software expertise in American Indian human services settings; intimate knowledge of Indian culture, social service systems, including child welfare, mental health, and juvenile justice; diplomatic and pragmatic interaction with client, agency, and peer communities, (e.g., tribal representatives, funders, NICWA program directors, peer scientists, government officials, consultants, etc.); demonstrated skills in acquiring funding and reporting research findings; and an analytical, high-integrity, project-driven management style that is fundamentally collaborative. Travel 25+% of work year.  Salary range: $63K-$75K DOE, excellent benefit package. 

E-mail resume, cover letter, and salary history to marlene@nicwa.org, fax to (503) 222-4007 attn: Marlene Tate or mail by 2/9/07 to:

NICWA
5100 SW Macadam Ave, Suite 300
Portland, OR 97239

Please email me marlene@nicwa.org for a full job description, if you are interested in the position.

POSITION AVAILABLE

NIH Director Is Looking for a Few Good People

The Director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking applicants to fill appointments to the Director’s Council of Public Representatives (COPR), a federal advisory committee made up of members of the public who advise the NIH Director on issues related to public input and participation in NIH activities, including setting research priorities and outreach programs. COPR is made up of 21 people from across the country who have been chosen to represent the public through an open application process. They are patients, family members of patients, health care professionals, scientists, health and science communicators, and educators. NSF was contacted about COPR and we are sharing this information with the sleep community in the belief that the NIH Director and members of COPR would be enriched by including one or more representatives knowledgeable about sleep. Since COPR Members are as representative of patients and organizations as scientists and healthcare professionals, we think all excellent candidates should apply. Click here for more information.

POSITION AVAILABLE

POSITION: Substance Abuse Treatment Provider
ROLE: Counselor II
POSITION NO: BS164
DEPARTMENT: Behavioral Services Unit
LOCATION: Bon Air Juvenile Correctional Center
PAY BAND: 4
SALARY RANGE : $28,987 - $47,000

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

DESCRIPTION: This candidate is responsible for providing direct clinical services to female youth identified with substance abuse related issues at the Bon Air Juvenile Correctional Center. Primary duties of this position include individual, group and family psychotherapies in accordance with evidence based practices. The candidate will develop individualized treatment plans and/or other professionally written reports. The candidate will consult and collaborate with clinical peers, psychiatry, case management, correctional center staff, facility administrators, court service units, and outside agencies on substance abuse / mental health treatment issues. Other duties may include training various staff in specific techniques related to adolescent substance abuse treatment, and participating in facility and/or agency meetings/committees.

QUALIFICATIONS: The candidate should have considerable knowledge in providing psychotherapy to adolescents, individuals, families and groups; and working knowledge of substance abuse treatment and assessment techniques. The candidate should be skilled in working within a multidisciplinary treatment team and should be able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. The successful candidate must also be able to work independently.

Preferred qualifications include: Master’s degree in a counseling related field; experience working with substance abusing adolescents in a correctional center, residential setting, or group home; Certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), and e xperience in assisting in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance abuse programs

MAILING ADDRESS
Department of Juvenile Justice
Human Resource Office
P.O. Box 1110
Richmond , VA 23218-1110
Phone: (804) 371-0700 Fax: (804) 371-0773

Resumes will not substitute for a completed State application  

Pre-Employment Drug Screen and Background
Investigation Required
Equal Opportunity Employer

POSITION AVAILABLE

POSITION: Substance Abuse Treatment Provider
ROLE: Counselor II
POSITION NO: BS164
DEPARTMENT: Behavioral Services Unit
LOCATION: Bon Air Juvenile Correctional Center
PAY BAND: 4
SALARY RANGE : $28,987 - $47,000

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

DESCRIPTION: This candidate is responsible for providing direct clinical services to female youth identified with substance abuse related issues at the Bon Air Juvenile Correctional Center. Primary duties of this position include individual, group and family psychotherapies in accordance with evidence based practices. The candidate will develop individualized treatment plans and/or other professionally written reports. The candidate will consult and collaborate with clinical peers, psychiatry, case management, correctional center staff, facility administrators, court service units, and outside agencies on substance abuse / mental health treatment issues. Other duties may include training various staff in specific techniques related to adolescent substance abuse treatment, and participating in facility and/or agency meetings/committees.

QUALIFICATIONS: The candidate should have considerable knowledge in providing psychotherapy to adolescents, individuals, families and groups; and working knowledge of substance abuse treatment and assessment techniques. The candidate should be skilled in working within a multidisciplinary treatment team and should be able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. The successful candidate must also be able to work independently.

Preferred qualifications include: Master’s degree in a counseling related field; experience working with substance abusing adolescents in a correctional center, residential setting, or group home; Certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), and e xperience in assisting in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance abuse programs

MAILING ADDRESS
Department of Juvenile Justice
Human Resource Office
P.O. Box 1110
Richmond , VA 23218-1110
Phone: (804) 371-0700 Fax: (804) 371-0773

Resumes will not substitute for a completed State application  

Pre-Employment Drug Screen and Background
Investigation Required
Equal Opportunity Employer

POSITION AVAILABLE

POSITION: Substance Abuse Treatment Provider
ROLE: Counselor II
POSITION NO: BS105
DEPARTMENT: Behavioral Services Unit
LOCATION: Hanover Juvenile Correction Center
PAY BAND: 4
SALARY RANGE : $28,987 - $47,000

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

DESCRIPTION: This candidate is responsible for providing direct clinical services to female youth identified with substance abuse related issues at the Bon Air Juvenile Correctional Center. Primary duties of this position include individual, group and family psychotherapies in accordance with evidence based practices. The candidate will develop individualized treatment plans and/or other professionally written reports. The candidate will consult and collaborate with clinical peers, psychiatry, case management, correctional center staff, facility administrators, court service units, and outside agencies on substance abuse / mental health treatment issues. Other duties may include training various staff in specific techniques related to adolescent substance abuse treatment, and participating in facility and/or agency meetings/committees.

QUALIFICATIONS: The candidate should have considerable knowledge in providing psychotherapy to adolescents, individuals, families and groups; and working knowledge of substance abuse treatment and assessment techniques. The candidate should be skilled in working within a multidisciplinary treatment team and should be able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. The successful candidate must also be able to work independently.

Preferred qualifications include: Master’s degree in a counseling related field; experience working with substance abusing adolescents in a correctional center, residential setting, or group home; Certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), and e xperience in assisting in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance abuse programs

MAILING ADDRESS
Department of Juvenile Justice
Human Resource Office
P.O. Box 1110
Richmond , VA 23218-1110
Phone: (804) 371-0700 Fax: (804) 371-0773

Resumes will not substitute for a completed State application  

Pre-Employment Drug Screen and Background
Investigation Required
Equal Opportunity Employer

POSITION AVAILABLE

POSITION: Substance Abuse Treatment Provider
ROLE: Counselor II
POSITION NO: BS098
DEPARTMENT: Behavioral Services Unit
LOCATION: Culpeper Juvenile Correction Center
PAY BAND: 4
SALARY RANGE : $28,987 - $47,000

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

DESCRIPTION: This candidate is responsible for providing direct clinical services to female youth identified with substance abuse related issues at the Bon Air Juvenile Correctional Center. Primary duties of this position include individual, group and family psychotherapies in accordance with evidence based practices. The candidate will develop individualized treatment plans and/or other professionally written reports. The candidate will consult and collaborate with clinical peers, psychiatry, case management, correctional center staff, facility administrators, court service units, and outside agencies on substance abuse / mental health treatment issues. Other duties may include training various staff in specific techniques related to adolescent substance abuse treatment, and participating in facility and/or agency meetings/committees.

QUALIFICATIONS: The candidate should have considerable knowledge in providing psychotherapy to adolescents, individuals, families and groups; and working knowledge of substance abuse treatment and assessment techniques. The candidate should be skilled in working within a multidisciplinary treatment team and should be able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. The successful candidate must also be able to work independently.

Preferred qualifications include: Master’s degree in a counseling related field; experience working with substance abusing adolescents in a correctional center, residential setting, or group home; Certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), and e xperience in assisting in the development, implementation, and evaluation of substance abuse programs

MAILING ADDRESS
Department of Juvenile Justice
Human Resource Office
P.O. Box 1110
Richmond , VA 23218-1110
Phone: (804) 371-0700 Fax: (804) 371-0773

Resumes will not substitute for a completed State application  

Pre-Employment Drug Screen and Background
Investigation Required
Equal Opportunity Employer

POSITION AVAILABLE

CSB Therapist II (Substance Abuse Specialist/Case Manager)

Position No: 717007
Department: Community Services Board
Location:  Manassas , VA
Grade: 14
Salary: $44,882.50 - $71,812.00 / Year
Closing Date:  Open Until Filled
Entry Salary Range : $44,882.50 - $48,922.12 / Year
Permanent Full Time

Duties:  Full time 37.5 Hr/Wk. Duties include providing intensive community based substance abuse case management services to criminal offenders: assessments; linkage with needed support services including residential treatment, self help groups, vocational, housing and health services; some individual, group, and family counseling. Duties also include helping to provide close supervision of program clients in conjunction with local criminal justice professionals, including urine screens, and establishing close working partnerships with criminal justice agency staff. Day and evening hours are required. Services are provided at a number of PWC sites.

Knowledge, Skills, and Responsibilities:  Training and experience providing substance abuse counseling and case management services to criminal offenders and their families. Knowledge and experience with self-help groups. Skills to build effective working relationships

Education and Experience:  Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a master’s degree in the behavioral science field and 1-2 years experience providing substance abuse treatment. A supervised internship in psychology, social work, counseling or a related behavioral science field, for a minimum period of nine (9) months, may be substituted for one year of experience.

Special Requirements:  Must possess a valid driver’s license and pass and pass DMV record check; Offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate passing a fingerprinted-based national criminal history record check

Preferences:  Prefer applicants with experience and training in substance abuse, criminal justice, group therapy, dually diagnosed and self help groups. Prefer LPC, LCSW or license eligible within two years and Spanish speaking.

Please apply via our website: www. pwcgov.org

CSB Therapist II (Substance Abuse Specialist) Full Time

Position No: 717008
Department: Community Services Board
Location: County-Wide
Grade: 14
Salary: $44,882.50 - $71,812.00 / Year
Closing Date:  Open Until Filled
Entry Salary Range : $44,882.50 - $48,922.12 / Year
Permanent Full Time

Duties:  Direct services to adults with co-occurring psychiatric and substance use disorders (SMI/SA)to include assessments, case management, crisis intervention, medication management, individual therapy, and teaching independent living skills. Provide substance abuse expertise/consultation for the treatment team. Services primarily provided in the community (non-clinic/office settings).

Knowledge, Skills, and Responsibilities:  Candidates should have experience and training as well as specific knowledge of substance abuse assessment and treatment as well as serious mental illness, medication management, supported living services and case management.

Education and Experience:  Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related behavioral science field and 1-2 years experience providing services to adults with substance use and psychiatric disorders. A supervised internship in psychology, social work, counseling or a related behavioral science field, for a minimum period of nine (9) months, may be substituted for one year of experience.

Special Requirements:  Must possess a valid driver’s license; Must pass DMV record check; Certification in First Aid and Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation within 30 days of hire Offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate passing a fingerprinted-based national criminal history record check

Preferences:  Experience providing services to adults with co-occurring psychiatric and substance abuse disorders. Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) or Program or Assertive Treatment (PACT) team experience. Experience, training and knowledge of medication management. Experience providing mental health support services. Bilingual English/Spanish. Certification as a substance abuse counselor.

Please apply via our website: www. pwcgov.org

CSB Therapist II (Substance Abuse DORM Program)

Position No: 963044
Department: Community Services Board
Location:  Manassas , VA
Grade: 14
Salary: $44,882.50 - $71,812.00 / Year
Closing Date:  Open Until Filled
Entry Salary Range : $44,882.50 - $48,922.12 / Year
Permanent Full Time

Duties:  Three full-time positions available. These positions are opened until filled. Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis. Duties include providing substance abuse counseling to inmates in the Prince William Manassas Regional Adult Detention Drug Offenders Rehabilitation Module (DORM). This will involve providing assessment and treatment services in a modified therapeutic community. Duties include group counseling, some family group counseling, individual counseling and case management services for inmates and their families. Day-time hours and two weekday evenings per week are required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Responsibilities:  Training and experience providing substance abuse counseling and case management services to inmates and their families. Knowledge and experience with self-help groups. Knowledge and experience with jail based settings.

Education and Experience:  Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related behavioral science field and 1-2 years experience in a human services environment. A supervised internship in psychology, social work, counseling or a related behavioral science field, for a minimum period of nine (9) months, may be substituted for one year of experience.

Special Requirements:  Must possess a valid driver’s license and pass DMV record check; Offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate passing a fingerprinted-based national criminal history record check

Preferences:  Experience providing substance abuse counseling and case management services to inmates and their families. Experience with self help groups. Experience with treatment of crimina