Mental Health Counselor jobs at State of Nevada Employees' Association Inc

Mental Health Counselors provide counseling, case management, direct clinical services, community and home based services, and behavioral and human services to mentally ill, developmentally disabled and/or emotionally disturbed clients in an outpatient, residential, community or similar setting. Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation. The Nevada DIVISION OF CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES (DCFS) is recruiting for Mental Health Counselor 1 underfilling a Mental Health Counselor 2 that will be located at the NEVADA YOUTH TRAINING CENTER (NYTC), a 60-bed staff secure facility for male youth age 12 to 18 located in Elko, NN. NYTC?s goal is to promote positive self-growth, create change in behavior, attitudes, values and ways of thinking through education, therapeutic treatment and appropriate medical and mental health services. The position provides direct clinical services, and supports the rehabilitation services to youth. Counselors review youth charts, complete assessments, prepare treatment plans, discusses youth treatment at case staffing, makes case presentations, makes individual and standardized assessments, integrates and analyzes information from all available sources, and documents treatment, quality of care and ensures information is available to other members of the treatment team by completing required forms and reports and maintaining documentation to ensure compliance with established laws, regulations, policies and standards of care. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. *THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE* To see full Class Specifications visit: ****************************************************************

Mental Health Counselors provide counseling, case management, direct clinical services, community and home based services, and behavioral and human services to mentally ill, developmentally disabled and/or emotionally disturbed clients in an outpatient, residential, community or similar setting. Mental Health Counselor III's serve as a first line supervisor for professional clinicians on a case management team or treatment team OR independently oversee and implement the activities of a major program area such as a satellite clinic. The Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) is recruiting for Mental Health Counselor III that will be located at the Nevada Youth Training Center (NYTC), a 64-bed staff secure facility for male and female youth ages 12 to 18 located in Elko Nevada. This position will provide mental health services and clinical oversight for the treatment of youth at NYTC. This position may carry a caseload as well as provide direct clinical supervision to the other Mental Health Counselors on site. The Mental Health Counselor III provides supervision and oversight to Mental Health Counselors and Substance Abuse Counselor(s) at NYTC. This position will train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; assign and review work; and initiate disciplinary action; The MHC III provides training and oversight to MHC's completing diagnostic evaluations, substance use disorder evaluations, treatment planning and clinically indicated treatment. They may also be asked to assist in the development of policies and procedures; and allocate staff and resources to accomplish goals and objectives according to the needs of the facility. This Mental Health Counselor III position will serve as the Clinical Team Supervisor for the Nevada Youth Training Center. As the Clinical Team Supervisor at NYTC this position will be responsible for working with Medical Staff, the facility Psychiatrist and the other Administration at NYTC to best support the youth and facility behavioral programming. In addition, this position will provide reports and data in several meetings related to leadership and quality assurance/ improvement. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. *THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE* To see full Class Specifications visit: ****************************************************************

Mental Health Counselors provide counseling, case management, direct clinical services, community and home based services, and behavioral and human services to mentally ill, developmentally disabled and/or emotionally disturbed clients in an outpatient, residential, community or similar setting. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. The Division of Public and Behavioral Health, Southern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services (SNAMHS) is recruiting for a Mental Health Counselor II - Team Lead located at East Las Vegas Outpatient Clinic in Las Vegas, NV. This position will serve as the Supervisor for Service Coordination. Mental Health Counselors provide individual, family, and group therapy to mental health clients of all ages; complete screenings for prospective clients; conduct intakes for new clients; and provide clinical evaluations. Direct clinical services are provided in an outpatient clinic as well as in the community and the client's home. Play therapy and expressive arts knowledge and experience and/or willingness to learn is beneficial. Incumbents will work directly with a team of clinicians, psychiatric nurses, and other mental health professionals in an outpatient setting. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. * THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE* To see full Class Specifications visit: ****************************************************************

Mental Health Counselors provide counseling, case management, direct clinical services, community and home based services, and behavioral and human services to mentally ill, developmentally disabled and/or emotionally disturbed clients in an outpatient, residential, community or similar setting. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. The Division of Public and Behavioral Health, Southern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services (SNAMHS) is recruiting for a Mental Health Counselor II - Team Lead located at East Las Vegas Outpatient Clinic in Las Vegas, NV. This position will serve as the Supervisor for Service Coordination. Mental Health Counselors provide individual, family, and group therapy to mental health clients of all ages; complete screenings for prospective clients; conduct intakes for new clients; and provide clinical evaluations. Direct clinical services are provided in an outpatient clinic as well as in the community and the client's home. Play therapy and expressive arts knowledge and experience and/or willingness to learn is beneficial. Incumbents will work directly with a team of clinicians, psychiatric nurses, and other mental health professionals in an outpatient setting. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. * THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE* To see full Class Specifications visit: ****************************************************************

Mental Health Counselors provide counseling, case management, direct clinical services, community and home based services, and behavioral and human services to mentally ill, developmentally disabled and/or emotionally disturbed clients in an outpatient, residential, community or similar setting. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. The Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) is currently recruiting for a Mental Health Counselor 2 in Las Vegas, Nevada. This recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur in the following program: Desert Regional Center (DRC). The Mental Health Counselors provide counseling, case management, direct clinical services, community and home-based services, and behavioral and human services to individuals with intellectual and/ or developmental disabilities who may also have co-occurring mental health or substance abuse conditions. The Desert Regional Center provides developmental services and supports Nevada residents of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The primary duties of the position include the provision of clinical assessments, individual and/or group psychotherapy, behavior planning, consultation, and training. ADSD provides an atmosphere of innovative thinking, teamwork, friendly co-workers, a positive working environment and is committed to fostering an environment of both inclusiveness and diversity within our workforce. The mission of ADSD is to empower individuals and their support systems by providing resources for disabilities and aging - connecting Nevadans to services and improving their quality of life. *THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE* To see full Class Specifications visit: ****************************************************************

Mental Health Counselors provide counseling, case management, direct clinical services, community and home based services, and behavioral and human services to mentally ill, developmentally disabled and/or emotionally disturbed clients in an outpatient, residential, community or similar setting. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. The Division of Public and Behavioral Health, Southern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services (SNAMHS) is recruiting for a Mental Health Counselor II - Team Lead located at East Las Vegas Outpatient Clinic in Las Vegas, NV. This position will serve as the Supervisor for Service Coordination. Mental Health Counselors provide individual, family, and group therapy to mental health clients of all ages; complete screenings for prospective clients; conduct intakes for new clients; and provide clinical evaluations. Direct clinical services are provided in an outpatient clinic as well as in the community and the client's home. Play therapy and expressive arts knowledge and experience and/or willingness to learn is beneficial. Incumbents will work directly with a team of clinicians, psychiatric nurses, and other mental health professionals in an outpatient setting. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. * THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE* To see full Class Specifications visit: ****************************************************************

Mental Health Counselors provide counseling, case management, direct clinical services, community and home based services, and behavioral and human services to mentally ill, developmentally disabled and/or emotionally disturbed clients in an outpatient, residential, community or similar setting. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. The Division of Public and Behavioral Health, Southern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services (SNAMHS) is recruiting for a Mental Health Counselor II - Team Lead located at East Las Vegas Outpatient Clinic in Las Vegas, NV. This position will serve as the Supervisor for Service Coordination. Mental Health Counselors provide individual, family, and group therapy to mental health clients of all ages; complete screenings for prospective clients; conduct intakes for new clients; and provide clinical evaluations. Direct clinical services are provided in an outpatient clinic as well as in the community and the client's home. Play therapy and expressive arts knowledge and experience and/or willingness to learn is beneficial. Incumbents will work directly with a team of clinicians, psychiatric nurses, and other mental health professionals in an outpatient setting. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. * THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE* To see full Class Specifications visit: ****************************************************************

Mental Health Counselors provide counseling, case management, direct clinical services, community and home based services, and behavioral and human services to mentally ill, developmentally disabled and/or emotionally disturbed clients in an outpatient, residential, community or similar setting. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. The Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) is currently recruiting for a Mental Health Counselor 2 in Las Vegas, Nevada. This recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur in the following program: Desert Regional Center (DRC). The Mental Health Counselors provide counseling, case management, direct clinical services, community and home-based services, and behavioral and human services to individuals with intellectual and/ or developmental disabilities who may also have co-occurring mental health or substance abuse conditions. The Desert Regional Center provides developmental services and supports Nevada residents of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The primary duties of the position include the provision of clinical assessments, individual and/or group psychotherapy, behavior planning, consultation, and training. ADSD provides an atmosphere of innovative thinking, teamwork, friendly co-workers, a positive working environment and is committed to fostering an environment of both inclusiveness and diversity within our workforce. The mission of ADSD is to empower individuals and their support systems by providing resources for disabilities and aging - connecting Nevadans to services and improving their quality of life. *THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE* To see full Class Specifications visit: ****************************************************************

Mental Health Counselors provide counseling, case management, direct clinical services, community and home based services, and behavioral and human services to mentally ill, developmentally disabled and/or emotionally disturbed clients in an outpatient, residential, community or similar setting. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. The Division of Public and Behavioral Health, Southern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services (SNAMHS) is recruiting for a Mental Health Counselor II - Team Lead located at East Las Vegas Outpatient Clinic in Las Vegas, NV. This position will serve as the Supervisor for Service Coordination. Mental Health Counselors provide individual, family, and group therapy to mental health clients of all ages; complete screenings for prospective clients; conduct intakes for new clients; and provide clinical evaluations. Direct clinical services are provided in an outpatient clinic as well as in the community and the client's home. Play therapy and expressive arts knowledge and experience and/or willingness to learn is beneficial. Incumbents will work directly with a team of clinicians, psychiatric nurses, and other mental health professionals in an outpatient setting. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. * THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE* To see full Class Specifications visit: ****************************************************************

Substance Abuse Counselors perform professional duties in areas of screening, assessment, case management, education, and treatment of clients and perform related administrative duties and recordkeeping in accordance with the standards and requirements of the Nevada Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Counselors. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. The Nevada DIVISION OF CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES is recruiting for a Substance Abuse Counselor located at the Nevada Youth Training Center (NYTC) a 64-bed, staff-secure facility serving male and female youth located in Elko; ages of 12-18. Incumbents perform initial intake of clients; review personal history files and court documents; conduct interviews and explain counseling programs; gather information and evaluate personality traits; evaluate the extent of drug and alcohol addiction. The Counselors will conduct individualized and group counseling sessions; determine goals and timetables for treatment; discuss progress with clients; document behavior and attitude in relation to treatment goals and objectives. They will plan, develop, organize, and conduct alcohol and drug abuse classes; provide in-service training to institutional staff. The incumbent will also prepare statistical documentation showing the number of clients assigned to substance programs; compile, classify and store data for future research and analysis. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.*THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE* To see full Class Specifications visit: ****************************************************************

Substance Abuse Counselors perform professional duties in areas of screening, assessment, case management, education, and treatment of clients and perform related administrative duties and recordkeeping in accordance with the standards and requirements of the Nevada Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Counselors. Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation. This recruitment will be used to fill vacancies in the Southern Nevada Substance Abuse Division to include locations in Las Vegas and Indian Springs, NV. The SAC1 staff provides direct clinical work for adults incarcerated. Services include but are not limited to: intakes/assessments, development of individualized treatment plans, group facilitation, individual counseling, and oversight of therapeutic community activities. Incumbents perform professional duties in the assessment, case management, education, and treatment of inmates. Duties include performing initial intake of inmates; conducting individualized and group counseling sessions; planning, developing, and conducting alcohol and drug cessation classes; providing instruction in areas of stress management, values clarification, self-esteem, career guidance, and other related areas. The incumbent will utilize video aides, role playing, group discussions, written exercises, testing, and homework assignments; and will meet with inmates individually as clinically indicated by the inmate's progress or treatment issues. The incumbent will write concise, logical, analytical reports assessing the progress of individuals enrolled in the program and make oral group presentations during group counseling. To see full Class Specifications visit: ****************************************************************

Substance Abuse Counselors perform professional duties in areas of screening, assessment, case management, education, and treatment of clients and perform related administrative duties and recordkeeping in accordance with the standards and requirements of the Nevada Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Counselors. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. This position is based at Florence McClure Women's Correctional Center (FMWCC) in Las Vegas, NV. The SAC2 staff provides direct clinical work for adults incarcerated in a prison setting. Services include but are not limited to: intakes/assessments, development of individualized treatment plans, group facilitation, individual counseling, and oversight of therapeutic community activities. Incumbents perform professional duties in assessment, case management, education, and treatment of incarcerated offenders. Duties include performing initial intake of offenders; conducting individualized and group counseling sessions; planning, developing, and conducting alcohol and drug cessation classes; providing instruction in areas of stress management, values clarification, self-esteem, career guidance, and other related areas. The incumbent will utilize video aids, role playing, group discussions, written exercises, testing, and homework assignments; and will meet with offenders individually as clinically indicated by the offender's progress or treatment issues. The incumbent will write concise, logical, analytical reports assessing the progress of individuals enrolled in the program and make oral group presentations during group counseling. A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position may be required to pay for these items. To see full Class Specifications visit: ****************************************************************

Substance Abuse Counselors perform professional duties in areas of screening, assessment, case management, education, and treatment of clients and perform related administrative duties and recordkeeping in accordance with the standards and requirements of the Nevada Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Counselors. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. This position is based at Florence McClure Women's Correctional Center (FMWCC) in Las Vegas, NV. The SAC2 staff provides direct clinical work for adults incarcerated in a prison setting. Services include but are not limited to: intakes/assessments, development of individualized treatment plans, group facilitation, individual counseling, and oversight of therapeutic community activities. Incumbents perform professional duties in assessment, case management, education, and treatment of incarcerated offenders. Duties include performing initial intake of offenders; conducting individualized and group counseling sessions; planning, developing, and conducting alcohol and drug cessation classes; providing instruction in areas of stress management, values clarification, self-esteem, career guidance, and other related areas. The incumbent will utilize video aids, role playing, group discussions, written exercises, testing, and homework assignments; and will meet with offenders individually as clinically indicated by the offender's progress or treatment issues. The incumbent will write concise, logical, analytical reports assessing the progress of individuals enrolled in the program and make oral group presentations during group counseling. A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position may be required to pay for these items. To see full Class Specifications visit: ****************************************************************

Substance Abuse Counselors perform professional duties in areas of screening, assessment, case management, education, and treatment of clients and perform related administrative duties and recordkeeping in accordance with the standards and requirements of the Nevada Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Counselors. Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation. This recruitment will be used to fill vacancies in the Southern Nevada Substance Abuse Division to include locations in Las Vegas and Indian Springs, NV. The SAC1 staff provides direct clinical work for adults incarcerated. Services include but are not limited to: intakes/assessments, development of individualized treatment plans, group facilitation, individual counseling, and oversight of therapeutic community activities. Incumbents perform professional duties in the assessment, case management, education, and treatment of inmates. Duties include performing initial intake of inmates; conducting individualized and group counseling sessions; planning, developing, and conducting alcohol and drug cessation classes; providing instruction in areas of stress management, values clarification, self-esteem, career guidance, and other related areas. The incumbent will utilize video aides, role playing, group discussions, written exercises, testing, and homework assignments; and will meet with inmates individually as clinically indicated by the inmate's progress or treatment issues. The incumbent will write concise, logical, analytical reports assessing the progress of individuals enrolled in the program and make oral group presentations during group counseling. To see full Class Specifications visit: ****************************************************************

Substance Abuse Counselors perform professional duties in areas of screening, assessment, case management, education, and treatment of clients and perform related administrative duties and recordkeeping in accordance with the standards and requirements of the Nevada Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Counselors. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. This position is based at Florence McClure Women's Correctional Center (FMWCC) in Las Vegas, NV. The SAC2 staff provides direct clinical work for adults incarcerated in a prison setting. Services include but are not limited to: intakes/assessments, development of individualized treatment plans, group facilitation, individual counseling, and oversight of therapeutic community activities. Incumbents perform professional duties in assessment, case management, education, and treatment of incarcerated offenders. Duties include performing initial intake of offenders; conducting individualized and group counseling sessions; planning, developing, and conducting alcohol and drug cessation classes; providing instruction in areas of stress management, values clarification, self-esteem, career guidance, and other related areas. The incumbent will utilize video aids, role playing, group discussions, written exercises, testing, and homework assignments; and will meet with offenders individually as clinically indicated by the offender's progress or treatment issues. The incumbent will write concise, logical, analytical reports assessing the progress of individuals enrolled in the program and make oral group presentations during group counseling. A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position may be required to pay for these items. To see full Class Specifications visit: ****************************************************************

Substance Abuse Counselors perform professional duties in areas of screening, assessment, case management, education, and treatment of clients and perform related administrative duties and recordkeeping in accordance with the standards and requirements of the Nevada Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Counselors. Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation. This recruitment will be used to fill vacancies in the Southern Nevada Substance Abuse Division to include locations in Las Vegas and Indian Springs, NV. The SAC1 staff provides direct clinical work for adults incarcerated. Services include but are not limited to: intakes/assessments, development of individualized treatment plans, group facilitation, individual counseling, and oversight of therapeutic community activities. Incumbents perform professional duties in the assessment, case management, education, and treatment of inmates. Duties include performing initial intake of inmates; conducting individualized and group counseling sessions; planning, developing, and conducting alcohol and drug cessation classes; providing instruction in areas of stress management, values clarification, self-esteem, career guidance, and other related areas. The incumbent will utilize video aides, role playing, group discussions, written exercises, testing, and homework assignments; and will meet with inmates individually as clinically indicated by the inmate's progress or treatment issues. The incumbent will write concise, logical, analytical reports assessing the progress of individuals enrolled in the program and make oral group presentations during group counseling. To see full Class Specifications visit: ****************************************************************

Substance Abuse Counselors perform professional duties in areas of screening, assessment, case management, education, and treatment of clients and perform related administrative duties and recordkeeping in accordance with the standards and requirements of the Nevada Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Counselors. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. This position is based at Florence McClure Women's Correctional Center (FMWCC) in Las Vegas, NV. The SAC2 staff provides direct clinical work for adults incarcerated in a prison setting. Services include but are not limited to: intakes/assessments, development of individualized treatment plans, group facilitation, individual counseling, and oversight of therapeutic community activities. Incumbents perform professional duties in assessment, case management, education, and treatment of incarcerated offenders. Duties include performing initial intake of offenders; conducting individualized and group counseling sessions; planning, developing, and conducting alcohol and drug cessation classes; providing instruction in areas of stress management, values clarification, self-esteem, career guidance, and other related areas. The incumbent will utilize video aids, role playing, group discussions, written exercises, testing, and homework assignments; and will meet with offenders individually as clinically indicated by the offender's progress or treatment issues. The incumbent will write concise, logical, analytical reports assessing the progress of individuals enrolled in the program and make oral group presentations during group counseling. A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position may be required to pay for these items. To see full Class Specifications visit: ****************************************************************

Substance Abuse Counselors perform professional duties in areas of screening, assessment, case management, education, and treatment of clients and perform related administrative duties and recordkeeping in accordance with the standards and requirements of the Nevada Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Counselors. Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation. This recruitment will be used to fill vacancies in the Southern Nevada Substance Abuse Division to include locations in Las Vegas and Indian Springs, NV. The SAC1 staff provides direct clinical work for adults incarcerated. Services include but are not limited to: intakes/assessments, development of individualized treatment plans, group facilitation, individual counseling, and oversight of therapeutic community activities. Incumbents perform professional duties in the assessment, case management, education, and treatment of inmates. Duties include performing initial intake of inmates; conducting individualized and group counseling sessions; planning, developing, and conducting alcohol and drug cessation classes; providing instruction in areas of stress management, values clarification, self-esteem, career guidance, and other related areas. The incumbent will utilize video aides, role playing, group discussions, written exercises, testing, and homework assignments; and will meet with inmates individually as clinically indicated by the inmate's progress or treatment issues. The incumbent will write concise, logical, analytical reports assessing the progress of individuals enrolled in the program and make oral group presentations during group counseling. To see full Class Specifications visit: ****************************************************************

Substance Abuse Counselors perform professional duties in areas of screening, assessment, case management, education, and treatment of clients and perform related administrative duties and recordkeeping in accordance with the standards and requirements of the Nevada Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Counselors. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. This position is based at Florence McClure Women's Correctional Center (FMWCC) in Las Vegas, NV. The SAC2 staff provides direct clinical work for adults incarcerated in a prison setting. Services include but are not limited to: intakes/assessments, development of individualized treatment plans, group facilitation, individual counseling, and oversight of therapeutic community activities. Incumbents perform professional duties in assessment, case management, education, and treatment of incarcerated offenders. Duties include performing initial intake of offenders; conducting individualized and group counseling sessions; planning, developing, and conducting alcohol and drug cessation classes; providing instruction in areas of stress management, values clarification, self-esteem, career guidance, and other related areas. The incumbent will utilize video aids, role playing, group discussions, written exercises, testing, and homework assignments; and will meet with offenders individually as clinically indicated by the offender's progress or treatment issues. The incumbent will write concise, logical, analytical reports assessing the progress of individuals enrolled in the program and make oral group presentations during group counseling. A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position may be required to pay for these items. To see full Class Specifications visit: ****************************************************************