SUD Social Worker: Fluvanna Correctional Center #01396

Title: SUD Social Worker: Fluvanna Correctional Center #01396

State Role Title: Counselor II

Hiring Range: $54,453 - $84,950

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Fluvanna Correctional Center

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

To enhance long lasting public safety through the use of care coordination for substance use disorder within the population under the care of the Virginia Department of Corrections, to include individuals incarcerated and on community supervision. This approach will involve collaboration with state, local, and community agencies.

The MAT Social Worker will serve as the primary point of contact for all inmates in the Medication Assisted Treatment program, taking medications for opioid use disorder at FCCW.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent. Demonstrated skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs/Applications. Considerable demonstrated professional experience in the field of corrections, social work, or public administration.

Working knowledge of local/regional community resources for substance a recovery and reentry stabilization; of the effects of substance use disorder and substance use disorder treatment programs and prevention methods and techniques; evidence based and best practice for identification and treatment of substance use disorder; the basic community resources and organizations; Some knowledge of public health program policy planning.

Additional Considerations

Licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). License eligible Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), licensed CSAC, or any additional SUD credential i. e.

CADC, CAADC. Prefer advanced training in SUD screening methods i. e. experience with ASI, ASAM, SASSI, etc.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position.

Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804-641-9840

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process.

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI).

Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter [https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx] or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.