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ASSISTANT COUNTY MANAGER FOR SPECIAL PROJECTS |
$76,502 - $131,706 |
(County Manager)
Performs responsible professional and administrative work directing the County’s results based accountability initiative. Consults and advises community and non-profit groups on results based accountability approaches and efforts. Assists in the supervision, coordination and preparation of agenda items and supporting documentation to be considered by the Board of County Commissioners. Coordinates and/or conducts research for special projects and studies as assigned by the County Manager or Board of County Commissioners. Assists in the preparation of the annual budget and in controlling expenditures for division and programs. Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, streamline work processes and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service. Requires any combination and experience equivalent to a master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or a related degree and two years experience in local government.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: July 21, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40000010
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CARE MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST |
$36,472 - $62,791 |
(Mental Health - Administration)
Performs professional and administrative work implementing and coordinating the services of community providers to ensure economical and effective consumer service delivery. Conducts case reviews to monitor provider clinical performance, adherence to clinical practice guidelines and best practice standards. Ensure clients receive comprehensive assessment screenings and appropriate referral for treatment. Serves as liaison between the Durham Center and patient care providers, programs and patient care components on a local, state, and federal level. Master’s degree and clinical experience is preferred. Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in mental health, public health, psychology, sociology, public administration or a related field and two years experience in a community, business or governmental program that delivers mental health support services (e.g. adults with mental illness, children with severe emotional disturbance, persons with developmental disabilities, adults and children with substance abuse disorders).
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: July 7, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Pos. No.: 40001215 (2 Positions)
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CARE MANAGEMENT SUPERVISOR |
$40,261 – $69,307 |
(Mental Health)
Responsible for the delivery of consumer care that promotes safe, timely appropriate treatment and services for all consumers. Plans, directs, coordinates and evaluates the Screening, Triage, and Referral functions of the Care Management Unit, including personnel management. Participates in development and implementation of policies and procedures. Maintains open communication with all staff to promote improvement in performance. Performs other duties as directed by the Care Management Administrator. It is essential to have sound knowledge of clinical practice and exceptional leadership abilities. Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelors degree in mental health, public health, psychology, sociology, public administration or a related field and two years experience in a community, business or governmental program that delivers mental health support services (e.g., adults with mental illness, children with severe emotional disturbance, persons with developmental disabilities, adults and children with substance abuse disorders), and two years of supervisory experience. Masters degree and clinical experience desired.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: August 4, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Pos. No.: 40002851
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CASE MANAGER |
$31,449 - $54,143 |
(Criminal Justice Resource Center)
Provide services to gang-involved offenders at the Criminal Justice Resource Center. Develop individual service plans for each gang-involved offender to assist with their transition back to the community. Coordinate release plans from prison. Assure that clients receive the most appropriate level and type of treatment and training. Make referrals to agency partners and track client compliance and participation in on-site/off-site activities. Must have effective organizational skills, communication skills and the ability to interact with a diverse population. Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System, criminogenic needs and local community resources needed. Must have a thorough understanding of gangs. Requires a bachelor’s degree in a human service field and six months experience in social work/and or case management in a public agency or school which provides experience in the techniques of casework, group work or community organization or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and related experience preferred.
Special Requirement: Must be able to work some evening and/or weekend hours and possess a valid North Carolina driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Appointment Type: Provisional
Date Posted: July 21, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40004781
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CHILD SUPPORT AGENT II |
$31,449- $54,143 |
(Social Services – Child Support)
Ensure that parents provide financial and medical support for their children; utilize administrative and legal action and investigative techniques to establish and enforce court orders; locate parents; obtain voluntary support obligations; monitor court orders; negotiate payment and services; review cases to determine if modifications and financial audits are warranted; prepare clients for court and testifies as needed. Must be able to work effectively in a team setting and maintain a cooperative working relationship with team members, community professionals and agency leaders. Legal knowledge, collections experience, strong research, analytical, mathematical and case management skills highly preferred. Applicant must possess strong communication and organizational skills as well as the ability to effectively work with a diverse population. Knowledge of personal computers, Microsoft applications and the automated Child Support system preferred. Requires a four year degree and six months experience in eligibility, investigative, judiciary, or legal work that provides knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform the work; or an associate’s degree in business administration, human resources, law enforcement or a closely related degree and two years of experience in eligibility, investigative, judiciary, or legal work that provides knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform the work; or graduation from high school and three years of experience in eligibility, investigative, judiciary, legal work that provides knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform the work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: August 4, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001664
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CHILD SUPPORT AGENT II |
$31,449 - $54,143 |
(Social Services – Child Support)
Ensure that parents provide financial and medical support for their children; utilize administrative and legal action and investigative techniques to establish and enforce court orders; locate parents; obtain voluntary support obligations; monitor court orders; negotiate payment and services; review cases to determine if modifications and financial audits are warranted; prepare clients for court and testifies as needed. Must be able to work effectively in a team setting and maintain a cooperative working relationship with team members, community professionals and agency leaders. Legal knowledge, collections experience, strong research, analytical, mathematical and case management skills highly preferred. Applicant must possess strong communication and organizational skills as well as the ability to effectively work with a diverse population. Knowledge of personal computers, Microsoft applications and the automated Child Support system preferred. Requires a four year degree and six months experience in eligibility, investigative, judiciary, or legal work that provides knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform the work; or an associate’s degree in business administration, human resources, law enforcement or a closely related degree and two years of experience in eligibility, investigative, judiciary, or legal work that provides knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform the work; or graduation from high school and three years of experience in eligibility, investigative, judiciary, legal work that provides knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform the work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: July 7, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001682
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CHILD SUPPORT SUPERVISOR III |
$38,319 - $65,968 |
(Social Services – Child Support)
Provides administrative and technical direction as the Program Manager for Durham County’s Child Support Enforcement Program. Serves as a liaison between the Child Support Program, the judicial system, law enforcement and other state and local social services units. Establishes, develops, and revise work standards within the division. Monitors expenditures and projects future budgetary needs. Requires a four year degree plus three and one half years of experience in the Child Support Enforcement Program; or an Associate of Arts Degree in business, human resources, law enforcement or closely related field and four years of experience in investigative, judiciary, eligibility, attorney’s office, or related work, including two years of Child Support Enforcement experience; or graduation from high school plus six years of experience in investigative, judiciary, eligibility, attorney’s office, or related work which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform the work, including two years of Child Support Enforcement experience and two years of supervisory experience.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: June 9, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001691
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COMPUTER SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR III |
$49,052 - $84,444 |
(Mental Health - The Durham Center)
Performs technical and professional work designing, monitoring and maintaining the data base applications of The Durham Center. Manages all information system applications ensuring ongoing maintenance, modification, enhancement and upgrades to meet the business needs of the department. Serves as project manager in working with vendors and consultants on equipment installation, database performance and program development. Provides supervision and staff development for subordinate County and contract employees. Requires a two year technical school degree in computer technology and two years of experience in the administration of a computer system similar to the one to be supported; or high school graduation and four years of experience in the administration of a computer system similar to the one to be supported; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: February 11, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001187
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DENTAL HYGIENIST II |
$38,319 - $65,968 |
(Public Health)
Provides dental education for oral screenings and fluoride varnishing. Provides clinical services especially to pregnant women and children ages 0-5. Requires a bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene; or an associate’s degree in dental hygiene and two years of experience in dental hygiene or health education; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates with bilingual skills preferred.
Special Requirement: Must be licensed to practice dental hygiene in the state of North Carolina.
Appointment Type: Provisional, Part-time (77%)
Date Posted: June 2, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40002856
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DENTIST I |
$88,718 - $152,739 |
(Public Health - Dental)
Provides dental examinations, diagnosis and dental treatment to the heath department client population which includes young children, school aged children and pregnant women. Master’s degree in public health and/or experience in dental public health preferred. Supervisory skills desired. Ability to effectively prepare and deliver dental education presentations essential. Must be able to perform oral screening examinations for pre-school and Durham Public Schools children and make referrals if specialized care is required. Requires graduation from an approved school of dentistry and licensed to practice in North Carolina. Candidates with bilingual skills preferred.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: June 9, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40004550
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HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER |
$56,885 - $97,930 |
(Human Resources – Employment Services)
Plans, organizes and manages Employment Services Division. Identifies and oversees implementation of Employment Services programs, policies and approaches; consults and advises administration, management and employees on relevant policies, procedures, problems or concerns; prepares Division budget recommendations; plans, assigns and reviews the work of professional, technical and clerical staff members in the recruitment, classification and compensation area. Considerable knowledge of philosophies, principles and practices of public human resource management is needed. Thorough knowledge of current Federal and State laws and regulations applicable to public employment essential. Must have general knowledge of information technology and computer based applications to human resources functions, and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with government officials, employees and the general public. Must possess the ability to plan, supervise and develop critical team competencies. Requires a four year degree in Human Resource Management, Public Administration or a related field and five years professional experience in human resources, and at least six months supervisory experience.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: July 28, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40000239
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INCOME MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR II |
$36,472 - $62,791 |
(Social Services – Family and Children Medicaid)
Responsible for the day-to-day supervision for the Medicaid Unit in which staff performs income maintenance eligibility functions of Medicaid program; assigns and balances workloads and overall workflow for the unit; plans, implements and evaluates short and long range priorities for work operations; manages case escalations as necessary; ensures that staff adhere to Federal and State standards in processing income maintenance cases. Considerable knowledge of Medicaid policies and eligibility requirements essential. Requires three years of experience as a caseworker or investigator in an income maintenance program, preferably with one year of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Candidates with bilingual skills preferred.
Note: Must submit an Income Maintenance Caseworker Supplemental Application.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: June 9, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40004700
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LIBRARIAN |
$34,714 - $59,763 |
(Library - North Regional)
Serves as the Children’s Librarian of the North Regional Branch. Plans, directs and promotes children’s services; conducts programs and story hours; develops the children’s collection; acts as the liaison to the schools and other community organizations that serve children; assists in other areas of the library as needed. Thorough knowledge of children’s literature needed. Ability to plan and execute programs, to relate effectively with children and to maintain positive working relationships with patrons, staff and supervisors essential. Familiarity with the library’s automation system Horizons and Envisionware product strongly preferred. Requires a master’s degree in library science from an ALA accredited library school.
Special Requirement: Must be eligible for North Carolina Public Library Certification and possess a valid NC driver’s license.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: July 28, 2008
Closing Date: August 22, 2008
Position No.: 40001786
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NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR |
$44,439 - $76,502 |
(Information Technology)
Performs professional and technical network and systems administration for local and wide area networks; monitors, analyzes, configures and maintains network and systems infrastructures including common routers, switches, network services and enterprise application servers. Monitors systems performance, resolves faults and configuration issues with internal users and systems administrators and external support vendors, state and other agencies. May work on or lead project teams. Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field and two years of experience in networking design and installation. Technical Certifications (CCNA, MCSA, Network+, Security+, etc…) and experience with enterprise applications (Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft SQL, Citrix), highly desirable.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: March 10, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40000201
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NUTRITIONIST II |
$36,565 - $56,885 |
(Public Health – Community Nutrition)
Plan and provide community group nutrition education to middle school-age children targeting a culturally-diverse, at-risk population through classroom lessons, health fairs, taste tests, and school-wide promotions. Develop and conduct on-going program needs assessment and outcome evaluation. Distribute nutrition education to target audience through written materials such as newsletters and bulletin boards in addition to lessons taught in the classroom. Some early morning, evening and weekend work will be required. Requires graduation from a four year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in food and nutrition, public health nutrition, or dietetics and one year of nutrition experience; or completion of an ADA approved dietetic internship with ADA Commission on Dietetic Registration eligibility preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A master’s degree in nutrition experience or public health nutrition, NC dietitian/nutritionist license, experience in program development and implementation is highly desired. Candidates with bilingual skills, preferably in Spanish. Valid NC driver’s license and reliable transportation a must.
Special Requirement: ADA Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Note: Must submit copy of Registered Dietitian card.
Appointment Type: Provisional
Date Posted: November 5, 2007
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40000972
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NUTRITIONIST II |
$36,565 - $56,885 |
(Public Health - Nutrition)
Provides medical nutrition therapy to individuals in prenatal and high-risk obstetric clinics. Conducts in-depth nutrition assessments and develops plan of care with clients as it relates to their medical problem/conditions and follows clients as necessary for appropriate interventions. Develops clinic and community interventions focusing on pre- and inter-conceptional nutrition and breastfeeding promotion; serves as lead staff person in these focus areas. Requires excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to work well independently and with a team. Requires graduation from a four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in foods and nutrition, public health nutrition, or dietetics and one year of nutrition experience; or completion of an ADA approved dietetic internship with ADA Commission on Dietetic Registration eligibility preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A master’s degree and clinical skills highly desired. Candidates with bilingual skills in Spanish preferred.
Special Requirement: ADA Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Note: Must submit copy of Registered Dietitian card.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: March 31, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40000973
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PHYSICIAN EXTENDER I |
$25.15/HR. - $43.30/HR. |
(Public Health – Community Health)
Will work in the Family Clinic 11.5 hours per week and practice as a clinician in the delivery of health care related to contraception, prevention of pregnancy, detection and treatment of abnormal Pap tests, and prevention and treatment of Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs). Work includes obtaining complete histories and physicals on patients, performing diagnostic tests and assessing results, prescribing appropriate contraception, and providing appropriate counseling and referrals. Requires graduation from a Physician Assistant Program approved by the N.C. Board of Medical Examiners and “approved to practice medical acts” based on education and experience by the Board of Medical Examiners; or licensed as a Registered Nurse by the N.C. Board of Nursing, graduation from a Nurse Practitioner program approved by the N.C. Joint Subcommittee of the Board of Nursing and Board of Medical Examiners, and “approved to practice medical acts” based on education and experience by the Joint Subcommittee; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Note: This is a temporary position shared position for 1-3 years.
Special Requirement: Must submit a copy of license.
Appointment Type: Temporary, Part-time (30.7%)
Date Posted: March 3, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001960
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PORTAL ADMINISTRATOR |
$51,534 - $88,718 |
(SAP Shared Services)
The SAP Portal Administrator is responsible for planning, installation, and configuration of all software components of SAP Enterprise Portal and required peripherals to promote the SAP infrastructure standards. Serves as the SAP portal architect; and provides daily administration, support and troubleshooting of the Portal landscape; works with developers on the design and build of portal applications; deploys applications and changes across the Portal landscape; assists in data migrations; deploys systems from test into production; is responsible for front and Back end Portal administration. The ideal candidate will have at least one implementation of an SAP Enterprise Portal (EP 5.0 or higher). Strong customer service and excellent communication skills required. Knowledge and experience in Java development and SAP Enterprise Portal development; knowledge on Portal integration with SAP R/3 and BW; experience with design and development in both SAP EP 6.0 and 7.0 landscapes including KM, CM, TREX and Application Integration Development experience with Java, WebDynpro, SAP NetWeaver 2004S, J2EE, JSP, SAP Enterprise Portal, JavaScript, HTML, and using object-oriented language. Experience with all layers of the portal infrastructure, i.e. portal core services, application integration, content management, and security desired. Requires an associate’s degree in computer technology or related field and two years of Portal administration experience, including Employee and Manager Self Service application development and maintenance; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: May 5, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40004625
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PROJECT MANAGER |
$46,687 - $80,374 |
(Engineering - Utilities Division)
Provides administrative and technical direction as the Compliance Manager for Durham County’s Triangle Wastewater Treatment Plant. Leads the Industrial Pretreatment Program to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Local pretreatment regulations and to prevent pollutant passthrough, interference or biosolids contamination. This position will also lead the Reuse Water distribution program. Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited four year college or university with major course work in architecture, engineering, or construction management and six months experience in utility or construction engineering or related experience that demonstrates the required knowledge skills and abilities. The preferred candidate will have a four year degree in biological, environmental, chemical or civil engineering; or physical sciences plus two years of pretreatment administration experience or wastewater treatment experience. Supervisory experience preferred.
Special Requirement: Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license is required.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: July 28, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40004850
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PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE I |
$40,261 - $69,307 |
(Public Health –Tuberculosis Control)
Performs communicable disease investigation, surveillance and outbreak management; manages and coordinates patient care; provides nursing intervention as needed; assures treatment compliance according to standing orders and assures disease reporting as mandated by NC Communicable Disease laws. Predominate area of responsibility will be towards tuberculosis control and providing immunizations. Requires graduation from a four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Nursing which includes a Public Health Nursing rotation; or graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and one year of professional nursing experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: May 14, 2007
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001035
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PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE I |
$40,261 - $69,307 |
(Public Health –Tuberculosis Control)
Performs communicable disease investigation, surveillance and outbreak management; manages and coordinates patient care; provides nursing intervention as needed; assures treatment compliance according to standing orders and assures disease reporting as mandated by NC Communicable Disease laws. Predominate area of responsibility will be towards tuberculosis control and providing immunizations. Requires a BSN degree, which includes a public health nursing rotation; or graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and one year of professional nursing experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: July 14, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001036
PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE I |
$40,261 – $69,307 |
(Public Health – School Health)
Provides nursing care for students in 2-4 Durham Public Schools; provides instruction to students, staff and families regarding health issues and skilled procedures; consults with individual students, staff and families as needed. Teaches classes on particular health topics. Organizes groups within a school depending on school assignment. Requires a BSN degree, which includes a public health nursing rotation; or graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and one year of professional nursing experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
Appointment Type: Regular (Full-time, 10- month position)
Date Posted: August 18, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001129 (2 positions)
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PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE I |
$40,261 - $69,307 |
(Public Health – Community Health)
Provides nursing care to residents in public housing neighborhoods; interviews and counsels patients to identify health needs and barriers; develops resources in an effort to improve the overall health of the community and reduce infant mortality; works to serve as an advocate for the community. Requires a BSN degree, which includes a public health nursing rotation; or graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and one year of professional nursing experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: May 12, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001146
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PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE I |
$40,261 - $69,307 |
(Public Health – School Health)
Provides nursing care for students in 2-4 Durham Public Schools; provides instruction to students, staff and families regarding health issues and skilled procedures; consults with individual students, staff and families as needed. Teaches classes on particular health topics. Organizes groups within a school depending on school assignment. Requires a BSN degree, which includes a public health nursing rotation; or graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and one year of professional nursing experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
Appointment Type: Regular (Full-time, 10-month position)
Date Posted: April 21, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40003375
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PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE II |
$22.79/HR. - $ 39.23/HR. |
(Public Health – Community Health)
Position will serve as a Maternity Care Coordinator in the Baby Love program. Duties include maintaining a caseload of low-income pregnant women to provide preventive services with the goal of improving pregnancy and parenting outcomes. Contact with patients will be by telephone, home visit, and face-to-face visits during clinic times. The person in this position reports directly to the Baby Love supervisor. Requires a BSN degree, which includes a public health nursing rotation and one year of public health nursing experience; or graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and two years of professional nursing experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
Appointment Type: Regular, Part-time (80%)
Date Posted: June 23, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Pos. No.: 40001088
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PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE II |
$44,439 - $76,502 |
(Public Health – Community Health)
Makes home visits to high risks infants and young children to provide support for parents, including assistance with health care coordination, developmental screening, and health information. Provides direct assessment and instructional intervention; makes referrals as needed. Requires a BSN degree, which includes a public health nursing rotation and one year of public health nursing experience; or graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and two years of professional nursing experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: April 21, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001103
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PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE II |
$22.79/HR. - $ 39.23/HR. |
(Public Health – Community Health)
Makes home visits to high risks infants and young children to provide support for parents, including assistance with health care coordination, developmental screening and health information. Provides direct assessment and instructional intervention; make referrals as needed. Requires a BSN degree, which includes a public health nursing rotation and one year of public health nursing experience; or graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and two years of professional nursing experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
Appointment Type: Regular, Part-time (80%)
Date Posted: April 21, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001105
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PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE II |
$44,439 - $76,502 |
(Public Health – General Health)
Position acts as a liaison between the state, the local health department, area resettlement agencies and all arriving refugees in Durham County. Each refugee requires a communicable disease assessment and applicable service provision. Provide nursing support to the immunization program in administration of vaccinations to an increasing patient volume as well as participating in the reporting, investigation and surveillance of communicable diseases with a focus on hepatitis B. Requires a BSN degree, which includes a public health nursing rotation and one year of public health experience; or graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and two years of professional nursing experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: May 26, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001928
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PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE II |
$44,439 - $76,502 |
(Public Health – School Health)
Will serve with a social worker as leader of a child and family team system in an elementary school. Focuses on health needs of high risk students and in coordinating planning and services for those children. Will also serve as school nurse by providing instruction to students, staff and families regarding health issues and skilled procedures. Will consult with individual students, staff and families as needed and teach classes on particular health topics. Depending on schools, might organize groups with schools. Requires a BSN degree, which includes a public health nursing rotation and one year of public health nursing experience; or graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and two years of professional nursing experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
Appointment Type: Provisional, (Full-time, 10-month position)
Date Posted: April 21, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40002225
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PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE II |
$44,439 - $76,502 |
(Public Health – School Health)
Will serve with a social worker as leader of a child and family team system within a Middle school. In that capacity, will focuses on health needs of high risk students and in coordinating planning and services for those children. Will also serve as school nurse by providing instruction to students, staff and families regarding health issues and skilled procedures. Will consult with individual students, staff and families as needed and teach classes on particular health topics. Depending on schools, might organize groups with schools. Requires a BSN degree, which includes a public health nursing rotation and one year of public health nursing experience; or graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and two years of professional nursing experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
Appointment Type: Full-time, 10-month position
Date Posted: June 30, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40002229
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PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE II |
$44,439 - $76,502 |
(Public Health – Community Health)
Person in this position receives information on women who have recently delivered in an assigned geographical area and makes home visits to them and their babies. Visits include assessment of both mother’s and baby’s health and recovery, provision of health and parenting information, and referrals or resource information as needed. Requires a BSN degree, which includes a public health nursing rotation and one year of public health nursing experience; or graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and two years of professional nursing experience including one year in public health; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
Appointment Type: Provisional
Date Posted: March 17, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40004575 (2 Positions)
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PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE III |
$46,687 - $80,374 |
(Public Health – Medical Reserve Volunteer Coordinator)
Provides coordination of a Volunteer Medical Reserve Unit. Creates system to identify volunteers in the community and prepare them for emergencies. Recruits, trains and retains local medical and public health volunteers. Focuses efforts on activities associated with bioterrorism, emerging pathogens and local public health preparedness. Requires a BSN degree which includes a public health nursing rotation and two years of public health nursing experience; or graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and three years of professional nursing experience, two of which must have been in public health; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: April 14, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40002625
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QUALITY MANAGEMENT ADMINISTRATOR |
$42,298 - $72,816 |
(Mental Health - Administration)
Performs professional and administrative duties assessing and evaluating the quality and delivery of services provided by the Local Management Entity (LME); manages the Durham LME Quality Management team which includes program evaluation, data collection, analysis and reporting, quality improvement, strategic planning and IT functions; develops assessment tools and data collection methods to track and assess quality assurance; reviews clients’ medical records to monitor activities of the contract providers and their staff members. This position assures development, administration, supervision and coordination of activities delegated to the unit and ensures that high quality standards are met within the Durham Center and among mental health/developmental disability/substance abuse direct service contract providers. Master’s degree in a human services field with two years experience in evaluation, planning and quality improvement strongly preferred. Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in mental health, social work, psychology, education, public administration or a related field and five years experience in a community, business or governmental program that treats mental illness.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: June 30, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001220
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SOCIAL WORK PROGRAM MANAGER |
$46,687 - $80,374 |
(Social Services – Family Economic Independence Division (DACCA)
Serves as the Executive Director for Durham’s Alliance for Childcare Access, a collaborative effort of Durham County Social Services, Durham’s Partnership for Children, Child Care Services Association and Operation Breakthrough. Manages and directs a customer driven outcome focused child care program for children and families in Durham County. Administers a budget of $20 million, which provides access to high quality child care and other supportive services to low-income families. Knowledge of local and state policies and regulations pertaining to child care essential. Must possess excellent managerial skills and have the ability to budget, plan and develop sound strategies to meet desired goals. Requires a MSW degree from an accredited school of social work and three years of social work or counseling experience, two of which were in a supervisory capacity; or a BSW degree from an accredited school of social work and four years of social work or counseling experience, two of which were in a supervisory capacity; or a master’s degree in a counseling field and four years of social work or counseling experience, two of which were in a supervisory capacity; or a four-year degree in a human services field or related curriculum including at least 15 semester hours in courses related to social work or counseling and five years of social work or counseling experience, two of which were in a supervisory capacity; or graduation from a four-year college or university and six years of experience in rehabilitation counseling, pastoral counseling, or a related human services field providing experience in techniques of casework, group work, or community organization, two of which were in a supervisory capacity; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: May 26, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001512
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SOCIAL WORKER II |
$34,714 - $59,763 |
(Social Services – Adult Services)
Position will be responsible for providing SA-In Home Case Management to elderly or disable adults who chose to remain in the home rather than be placed in Assisted Living Facilities. Enhance Care Case Management will also be provided to residents that reside in Assisted Living Facilities. Provides counseling with adults and/or families. Will assess clients’ eligibility for services and monitor provision of services. Payee representative casework services may also be provided to help manage the income of clients. Experience working with the elderly and disabled adults preferred. Requires a BSW degree from an accredited school of social work; or a bachelor’s degree in a human services field and one year of directly related experience; or a bachelor’s degree and two years of directly related experience. Candidates with bilingual skills preferred.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: July 28, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001312 (3 Positions)
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SOCIAL WORKER II |
$34,714 - $59,763 |
(Social Services – Work First)
Conducts assessments for Work First participants and home visits as needed; provides a wide range of services to help participants reach the goal of self sufficiency; will work in partnership with Work First Family Assistance Program and participate in community outreach. General knowledge of family dynamics, human behavior and development needed. Experience in working with the Work First program highly desired. Requires a BSW degree from an accredited school of social work; or a bachelor’s degree in a human services field and one year of directly related experience; or a bachelor’s degree and two years of directly related experience. Candidates with bilingual skills preferred.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: June 16, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001326
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SOCIAL WORKER II |
$34,714 - $59,763 |
(Social Services – Work First)
Conducts assessments for Work First participants and home visits as needed; provides a wide range of services to help participants reach the goal of self sufficiency; will work in partnership with Work First Family Assistance Program and participate in community outreach. General knowledge of family dynamics, human behavior and development needed. Experience in working with the Work First program highly desired. Requires a BSW degree from an accredited school of social work; or a bachelor’s degree in a human services field and one year of directly related experience; or a bachelor’s degree and two years of directly related experience. Candidates with bilingual skills preferred.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: June 16, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001339
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SOCIAL WORKER II |
$34,714 - $59,763 |
(Public Health – Community Health)
Position is in Baby Love program and provides preventive services to support low-income women with the goal of improving pregnancy and parenting outcomes. Must be skilled in establishing relationships with clients and in obtaining resources. Contacts are made with pregnant women in clinics and homes. Caseload will include a significant number of Spanish-speaking women. Requires a BSW degree from an accredited school of social work; or a bachelor’s degree in a human services field and one year of directly related experience; or a bachelor’s degree and two years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Candidates with bilingual skills preferred.
Appointment Type: Provisional
Date Posted: July 14, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40004779
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SOCIAL WORKER II |
$34,714 - $59,763 |
(Social Services – Home Centered Care Unit)
Provides services to disabled, aged, and homebound adults who want to maintain permanent status in the community. Conducts assessments of clients for Meals on Wheels (MOW) and In Home Aide (IHA) programs. Implements appropriate service plan of care and educate client/family on community resources and makes appropriate referrals to other population specific community agencies. Must have the ability to work in collaboration with other agencies in the health and mental health fields. Requires a BSW degree from an accredited school of social work; or a bachelor’s degree in a human services field and one year of directly related experience; or a bachelor’s degree and two years of directly related experience. Candidates with bilingual skills preferred.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: August 11, 2008
Closing Date: August 22, 2008
Position No.: 40004900
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SOCIAL WORKER III |
$38,319 - $65,968 |
(Social Services – Foster Care/Child Placement – Adoption Unit)
Provides services to children in the legal custody of the Department of Social Services who require reunification, relative placement, adoption and/or termination of parental rights. Maintains thorough documentation of all case activity. Works in partnership with other community agencies. Prepares court summaries and participates in associated court proceedings. Considerable knowledge of child welfare practices, early childhood development and family dynamics needed. Requires a MSW degree from an accredited school of social work; BSW degree from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative (Child Welfare positions only); BSW degree from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience; master's degree in counseling in a human services field and one year of social work or counseling; bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly related experience; bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience. Candidates with bilingual skills and/or experience in Foster Care preferred.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: August 11, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001400
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SOCIAL WORKER III |
$38,319 - $65,968 |
(Social Services – Foster Care/Child Placement - Permanency Planning Unit)
Provides services to children in the legal custody of the Department of Social Services who require reunification, relative placement, adoption and/or termination of parental rights. Maintains thorough documentation of all case activity. Works in partnership with other community agencies. Prepares court summaries and participates in associated court proceedings. Considerable knowledge of child welfare practices, early childhood development and family dynamics needed. Requires a MSW degree from an accredited school of social work; BSW degree from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative (Child Welfare positions only-must provide certificate of completion); BSW degree from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience; master's degree in counseling in a human services field and one year of social work or counseling; bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly related experience; bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience. Candidates with bilingual skills preferred and/or experience in Foster Care.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: January 7, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001407 (2 Positions)
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SOCIAL WORKER III |
$38,319 - $65,968 |
(Social Services – Child Protective Services)
Provides family assessments, forensic investigations and/or case management for families with substantiated reports of suspected child neglect and abuse as defined by the General Statutes of North Carolina. Conducts assessments of family dynamics and needs, prepares court summaries and participates in associated court proceedings. Makes difficult agency decisions regarding the removal of children from abusive and neglectful homes. Must have knowledge of child welfare policies and practices including but not limited to social work investigation, crisis intervention, family functioning and child development. Requires a MSW degree from an accredited school of social work; BSW degree from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative (Child Welfare positions only); BSW degree from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience; master's degree in counseling in a human services field and one year of social work or counseling; bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly related experience; bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience. Candidates with bilingual skills preferred.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: July 7, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001425
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SOCIAL WORKER III |
$38,319 - $65,968 |
(Social Services – Child Protective Services)
Provides family assessments, forensic investigations and/or case management for families with substantiated reports of suspected child neglect and abuse as defined by the General Statutes of North Carolina. Conducts assessments of family dynamics and needs, prepares court summaries and participates in associated court proceedings. Makes difficult agency decisions regarding the removal of children from abusive and neglectful homes. Must have knowledge of child welfare policies and practices including but not limited to social work investigation, crisis intervention, family functioning and child development. Requires a MSW degree from an accredited school of social work; BSW degree from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative (Child Welfare positions only); BSW degree from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience; master's degree in counseling in a human services field and one year of social work or counseling; bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly related experience; bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience. Candidates with bilingual skills preferred.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: July 28, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001443
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SOCIAL WORKER III |
$38,319 - $65,968 |
(Social Services – Foster Care/Child Placement - Permanency Planning Unit)
Provides services to children in the legal custody of the Department of Social Services who require reunification, relative placement, adoption and/or termination of parental rights. Maintains thorough documentation of all case activity. Works in partnership with other community agencies. Prepares court summaries and participates in associated court proceedings. Considerable knowledge of child welfare practices, early childhood development and family dynamics needed. Requires a MSW degree from an accredited school of social work; BSW degree from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative (Child Welfare positions only-must provide certificate of completion); BSW degree from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience; master's degree in counseling in a human services field and one year of social work or counseling; bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly related experience; bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience. Candidates with bilingual skills preferred and/or experience in Foster Care.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: March 17, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001457
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SOCIAL WORKER III (Team Decision Making Facilitator) |
$38,319 - $65,968 |
(Social Services – Child Placement & Supportive Services)
Convene and facilitate the team decision making meeting and family group conferences in order to assess the strengths, needs, and risks of the child with the family, community members, social worker, and other agency staff to ensure that the best intervention plan is developed. Attends and participates in Durham County’s System of Care Training Committee regarding child and family teams. Must possess professional judgment, knowledge of child welfare laws, policies and best practices, strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills; and ability to promote a multidisciplinary team approach. Requires a MSW degree from an accredited school of social work; BSW degree from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative (Child Welfare positions only); BSW degree from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience; master's degree in counseling in a human services field and one year of social work or counseling; bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly related experience; bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience. Candidates with bilingual skills preferred.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: July 14, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40001462
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SOCIAL WORKER III (Child Welfare Kinship Care Coordinator) |
$38,319 - $65,968 |
(Social Services – Child Placement & Supportive Services)
Provides support to kinship caregivers of youth who would otherwise enter the foster care system and act as a liaison with the Family Drug Treatment Court. Position includes a broad range of functions that require professional judgment, program knowledge and involvement, strong communication skills, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently. Must have the ability to work directly with kinship families as well as work on special projects that may include the development of policies and assessment tools, materials and reports, participation in committees and meetings to plan and evaluate related activities and programs and professional presentation in various settings. Position requires communication with a broad range of individuals, agencies, media, public officials and agency clients. Requires a MSW degree from an accredited school of social work; BSW degree from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative (Child Welfare positions only); BSW degree from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience; master's degree in counseling in a human services field and one year of social work or counseling; bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly related experience; bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience. Candidates with bilingual skills and program development experience preferred.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: July 28, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40004000
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SOCIAL WORKER III |
$38,319 - $65,968 |
(Social Services – Child Protective Services)
Provides family assessments, forensic investigations and/or case management for families with substantiated reports of suspected child neglect and abuse as defined by the General Statutes of North Carolina. Conducts assessments of family dynamics and needs, prepares court summaries and participates in associated court proceedings. Makes difficult agency decisions regarding the removal of children from abusive and neglectful homes. Must have knowledge of child welfare policies and practices including but not limited to social work investigation, crisis intervention, family functioning and child development. Requires a MSW degree from an accredited school of social work; BSW degree from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative (Child Welfare positions only); BSW degree from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience; master's degree in counseling in a human services field and one year of social work or counseling; bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly related experience; bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience. Candidates with bilingual skills preferred.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: July 28, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40004225
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SOCIAL WORKER III |
$38,319 - $65,968 |
(Social Services – Shell Positions)
Performs a range of social work functions in the Child Protective Services and Child Placement and Supportive Services divisions. May include assessments of family dynamics and needs, forensic investigations and/or case management for families with substantiated reports of suspected child neglect and abuse; services to children in the legal custody of the Department of Social Services who require reunification, adoption and/or termination of parental rights. Must have knowledge of child welfare policies and best practices, strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work across traditional program lines in the promotion of the multidisciplinary team approach. Requires a MSW degree in from an accredited school of social work; BSW degree from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative (Child Welfare positions only); BSW degree from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience; master's degree in counseling in a human services field and one year of social work or counseling; bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly related experience; bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience. Candidates with bilingual skills, preferred.
Appointment Type: Provisional
Date Posted: March 10, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40004587 (3 positions)
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SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR I |
$29,933 - $51,534 |
(Criminal Justice Resource Center- STARR Program) (Hiring Range $29,933 - $34,423)
Provides intensive chemical dependency treatment for female & male adults incarcerated in the Durham County Detention Facility. Facilitates substance abuse education classes as well as psycho-educational groups and individual counseling sessions. Completes psycho-social assessments and initial service plans with all assigned clients. Provides case management services by assisting clients to develop person centered treatment plans and makes appropriate referrals to placement agencies; attends multi-disciplinary treatment team meetings and supervision sessions. Requires graduation from high school and three years of experience in the substance abuse field, two of which must have been at the level of Substance Abuse Worker, or a bachelor’s degree and one year of experience as a Substance Abuse Counselor Trainee; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirement: Must be certified or certified eligible with the North Carolina Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: June 2, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40000729
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SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR II |
$34,714 - $59,763 |
(Criminal Justice Resource Center)
Provides in-depth substance abuse treatment to the clients referred to the Criminal Justice Resource Center. Conducts psycho-social assessments and diagnosis on new admissions. Develop individualized treatment plans for each client and review progress in appropriate intervals. Will facilitate individual, group or family counseling and be responsible for documenting client progress, attendance and reporting compliance. Requires graduation from a four year college or university and two years of experience as a Substance Abuse Counselor II Trainee; or master’s degree in a human services field and one year of experience in substance abuse counseling; or graduation from an associate or diploma school of nursing and four years of human services experience, one of which must have been at the level of Substance Abuse Counselor I, or completion of a Mental Health Associate program at a community college and four years of human services experience, two of which must have been at the level described above; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirement: Must be certified or certified eligible with the North Carolina Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board. Applicant must be able to work some evening and/or weekend hours.
Appointment Type: Regular
Date Posted: August 4, 2008
Closing Date: Open
Position No.: 40000715
