Social Worker

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

Black Mountain, North Carolina, US
Base: $43,738.00 - $76,542.00; bonus: sign-on bonu...
Onsite (monday - friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm)
Master's degree in social work or equivalent experience
Ability to work independently and with interdisciplinary teams
Skill in establishing rapport with patients
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a Social Worker for the Julian F Keith Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center in Black Mountain, North Carolina. The role involves assessments, case management, therapy, and collaboration within a multi-disciplinary team, focusing on substance use disorders

Job Summary

  • The Social Worker is primarily responsible for assessments, case management, discharge planning, crisis intervention, and therapy for patients on the detox unit.
  • JFK ADATC offers clinical supervision for various credentials including LCSW, CADC, LCAS, LCMHC, and CCS, along with continuing education opportunities.
  • This position is designated as mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events and other emergencies.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a Social Worker for the Julian F Keith Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center in Black Mountain, North Carolina. The role involves assessments, case management, therapy, and collaboration within a multi-disciplinary team, focusing on substance use disorders.

Salary

Base: $43,738.00 - $76,542.00; Bonus: Sign-On Bonus of $4,000.00 contingent on budget approval; Benefits: Clinical supervision, CEU, 40-hour workweek, no on-call

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in social work or equivalent experience
  • Ability to work independently and with interdisciplinary teams
  • Skill in establishing rapport with patients

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of substance dependence and mental health counseling models
  • Experience in psychiatric or substance dependence treatment facilities
  • Training in motivational interviewing and trauma-informed care

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in social work from accredited institution
  • Bachelor's degree in social work plus one year related experience
  • Pre-employment drug testing and criminal background check required

Work Rights

Not specified

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