Substance Use Counselor - Men's Shelter

About the role

This position is located at the Roof Above Men’s Shelter at 1210 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28206, working with specific populations including men experiencing homelessness. The required work schedule is onsite Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Coverage of the after-hours phone is also required on a rotating basis.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate substance use groups and individual counseling
• Provide Person Centered Planning
• Complete Treatment Authorization Requests
• Provide case management services
• Generate letters on behalf of clients to verify participation in treatment
• Conduct random urine drug screens or Breathalyzer tests
• Complete Incident Reports as needed
• Maintain client records
• Participate in clinical supervision
• Provide didactic education on recovery related topics
• Work on an interdisciplinary team and communicate daily with the team

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of three years of experience in substance abuse counseling.
• Education: Bachelor's Degree in a human services field.
• Licenses And Certifications: CADC certified as an Alcohol & Drug Counselor, LCAS Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist, by the North Carolina Addictions Specialist Professional Practice Board, LCAS-A associate licensed individuals may be considered.
• Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License.
• Requires County Driving Privileges.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience completing NCTOPPs, Person Centered Plans, and Service Authorization Requests.

Skills

• Managing a caseload
• Determining effective intervention techniques for individuals
• Using a computer and related software applications
• Accessing community resources
• Developing networks with other providers

Benefits

• 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
• 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