Substance Abuse Counselor (Statewide) (Tier 1)

About the role

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters! Description of Work Substance Abuse Counselors (SACs) with the Alcoholism and Chemical Dependency Program (ACDP) and The Rehabilitation and Reentry Division (DART) Center including Black Mountain NC play a vital role in delivering substance use disorder treatment services within the Department of Adult Correction. These positions provide direct support to justice‑involved individuals through assessments, treatment planning, counseling, progress evaluation, and reentry‑focused recovery support. SAC's at all ACDP, DART and Black Mountain facilities help clients build the skills and stability needed to successfully pursue recovery and reintegrate into their communities. Primary Job Duties: - Conduct client intakes, assessments, and gather social histories to determine treatment needs. - Develop, implement, and coordinate individualized treatment plans. - Evaluate client progress and document all services in OPUS, including treatment notes and discharge summaries. - Facilitate group and individual treatment sessions to support recovery and behavioral change. - Assist clients in developing recovery plans, building community supports, and maintaining participation in treatment goals. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Pay Range $43,267.00 - $75,718.00 We Will Be Recruiting For several positions statewide. Your application will be considered for all available positions in the location that you request. **Applicants must pass a background check to be eligible for this job.** The Alcoholism and Chemical Dependency Program (ACDP) is a specialized behavioral health service that provides substance use treatment in North Carolina prisons. ACDP uses evidence-based clinical interventions and programming to help incarcerated individuals achieve and maintain recovery. Services include therapeutic communities, outpatient counseling, aftercare, and 12-step support groups. The Rehabilitation and Reentry Division (DART) oversees services, programs, and community partnerships aimed at helping individuals reintegrate into their communities following incarceration. Staff members work with people who are incarcerated, probationers, post-release supervisees, and parolees. This division collaborates with prison and supervision staff to create individualized reentry plans, coordinate services, and deliver evidence-based programs to improve outcomes and reduce recidivism. Application Process NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application. Applications must include: Complete education history (including high school) Full work experience details Certificates and licenses, if applicable Education must be from appropriately accredited institutions. Information provided must support responses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications may impact screening and salary determination. Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check and drug screen. If multiple applications are submitted , only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered. Education Equivalency Verification The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members . Veterans' and National Guard Preference Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in g