STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Certified Addiction Counselor (40 Hour)

Office/On-site

Recruitment #230818-2351FX-003

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Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the public sector? If so, read below and apply today!

ABOUT US
The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
  • The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes' State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule.
  • A Platinum Healthcare Plan, the nation’s best for state employees and dependents, according to a report by Georgetown’s Center on Health Insurance Reform and article by Ellen Andrews, Ph.D., along with comprehensive benefit offerings.
  • Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings.
  • Generous paid time off, including 13 paid holidays per calendar year.
  • Professional growth and development opportunities.
  • A healthy work/life balance to all employees.
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      THE POSITION
      We are currently recruiting for multiple second shift Certified Addiction Counselors to support our agency.

      Position Specifics
      Facility: Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH)
      Division: Addiction Services Division, (unit details below)
      Address: 1000 Silver Street, Middletown, CT 06457
      Work hours: Full time, 40 hours per week | Second shift (details below)
      Position Number: 25595; 76787; 101193; 114579, 136842; 136843

      PCN  Schedule  Unit
       25595 Tuesday - Saturday

      1:30pm -10:00pm      		  Merritt 2AB is a thirty-bed rehabilitation unit providing American Society of Addiction Medicine (A.S.A.M.) level 3.7 intensive rehabilitation treatment.  This unit specializes in trauma informed care, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and a variety of other clinical approaches to provide holistic care to the individuals we serve. A full range of medication-assisted treatment is also offered. 
       76787 Sunday - Thursday

      1:30pm - 10:00pm      		  Merritt 2AB is a thirty-bed rehabilitation unit providing American Society of Addiction Medicine (A.S.A.M.) level 3.7 intensive rehabilitation treatment.  This unit specializes in trauma informed care, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and a variety of other clinical approaches to provide holistic care to the individuals we serve. A full range of medication-assisted treatment is also offered. 
       101193 Tuesday - Saturday

      1:30pm -10:00pm      		  Merritt 3AB is a 30-bed rehabilitation unit providing American Society of Addiction Medicine (A.S.A.M.) level 3.7 intensive rehabilitation treatment.  This unit specializes in trauma informed care, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and a variety of other clinical approaches to provide holistic care to the individuals we serve. A full range of medication-assisted treatment is also offered. 
       114579 Tuesday - Saturday

      1:30pm -10:00pm      		  Merritt 4B is a withdrawal management unit providing care for people requiring the most intensive level of addiction services (American Society of Addiction Medicine/A.S.A.M. level. 4.0 and 3.7.)  This unit specializes in the treatment of patients with co-occurring disorders and serves up to 30 clients over the age of 18; offering a full range of medication-assisted treatment. 
       136842 Sunday - Thursday

      3:00pm - 11:30pm      		  ASD Screening is a 24/7 admission office, admitting to Withdrawal Management Unit as well as to the Rehabilitation Unit.

       
       136843 Tuesday - Saturday

      3:00pm - 11:30pm      		  ASD Screening is a 24/7 admission office, admitting to Withdrawal Management Unit as well as to the Rehabilitation Unit.

      Discover the opportunity to:
      • Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals;
      • Provide support to an agency that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve;
      • Assist our clients and employees so they can achieve success;
      • Make a difference in the public sector; and
      • Work together in a collaborative team environment.
      OUR MISSION
      CVH provides trauma informed, gender responsive treatment that empowers individuals to manage recovery, improve quality of life, and return to the community. Our vision is to promote recovery through collaborative, compassionate, and culturally competent treatment in a safe, healthy, and caring environment.

      Selection Plan

      FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:
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      To Apply:
      • In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
      • You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.
      • In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.
      • All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
      • This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.
      Important Next Step Information for After You Apply:
      • Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.
      • This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.
      • Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.
      • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
      • Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
      • Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
      Connect With Us:
      • Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.
      • Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Pamela Rochette via email at Pamela.Rochette@ct.gov.

      PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

      In the Departments of Mental Health and Addiction Services and Veterans' Affairs this class is accountable for providing specialized counseling services to clients in a behavioral health treatment program.

      EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

      • Provides counseling services to alcohol and drug dependent clients; 
      • Screens clients to determine eligibility for programs; 
      • Assesses strengths, weaknesses and treatment needs; 
      • Orients clients to treatment program; 
      • Participates in treatment planning and individual and/or group counseling; 
      • Responsible for case management activities; 
      • Provides crisis intervention services in response to emotional and/or physical distress; 
      • Makes referrals to outside or other programs for medical and/or psychological intervention; 
      • Maintains confidential reports and records of client data; 
      • Represents program at community events and seminars; 
      • Educates clients on substance abuse issues and availability of resources; 
      • Consults with service providers to assure comprehensive integrated care; 
      • May escort clients; 
      • May provide coverage duties; 
      • May collect urine for drug screening; 
      • Performs related duties as required.

      KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

      • Knowledge of
        • physical, psychological, social, family and economic effects of substance abuse; 
        • counseling principles and techniques; 
        • community resources; 
        • confidentiality provisions; 
        • infectious diseases; 
      • Considerable
        • interpersonal skills; 
        • oral and written communication skills; 
      • Ability to gather, analyze and evaluate information pertinent to treatment, diagnosis and rehabilitation of an individual.

      MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

      Certification from the Connecticut Department of Public Health as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor and three (3) years of experience involving risk reduction education and counseling to assist alcohol and drug dependent individuals.

      MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

      • Licensure from the Connecticut Department of Public Health as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor may be substituted for the General Experience.
      • For state employees three (3) years of experience as a Certified Addiction Counselor Trainee may be substituted for the General Experience.

      PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

      • Experience with Counseling Services to alcohol and drug dependent clients.
      • Experience in facilitating group counseling services to alcohol and drug dependent clients.
      • Experience with other Agency service providers and community outreach. 
      • Experience with case management activities. Experience with discharge planning.

      SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

      • Incumbents in this class must retain the certification and/or licensure outlined above.
      • Individuals recovering from addiction to alcohol or drugs are required to have two (2) years of substance free time to be considered for a position in a substance abuse program.
      • Incumbents in this class may be required to speak a foreign language or be fluent in American Sign Language.
      • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid driver's license.
      • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

      PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

      A medical and/or psychiatric examination may be required prior to appointment.

      WORKING CONDITIONS

      Incumbents in this class may be required to perform moderate amounts of lifting or restraining of patients and exposed to communicable and/or infectious diseases and risk of injury from assaultive and/or abusive patients.

      Conclusion

      AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

      The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

      ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

      As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.  As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.




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