Community Services Associate , Mohr Center- Charlottesville

COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSOCIATE A, MOHR CENTER – CHARLOTTESVILLE (FT)

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POSITION TITLE:

COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSOCIATE A

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: This is a FLSA non‑exempt position in which the incumbent provides assertive support services to clients experiencing significant substance abuse and mental health concerns at the Mohr Center, a residential treatment center for males. In this capacity, he/she is responsible for an array of direct supportive services to persons with substance use disorder diagnosis throughout the course of their treatment stay.

Services will include monitoring, assessments of integration, social skill development, upholding agency policy and procedures, and maintaining the therapeutic milieu. The incumbent utilizes his/her experiences as CSA to engage, motivate, and support ongoing recovery in Mohr Center clients. Admits, monitors and documents individuals admitted to the center. The position requires that staff remain awake, alert and available during all duty hours.

He/she is responsible for maintenance of house rules and for following the Mohr Center policies and procedures. He/she is responsible for coverage in emergency situations. He/she will be responsible for carrying out any case management duties as needed. The incumbent reports to the Director III and/or the designated immediate supervisor and duties require application of clearly prescribed standard practices using several procedures, with some decision making required.

Questionable situations are referred to the supervisor. In carrying out position duties, he/she must comply with all federal laws regarding confidentiality of alcohol and drug treatment programs, as well as established Region Ten policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS: Incumbent must complete DBHDS training to become a Certified Prescreener, and will maintain this credential. Computer knowledge required in Word and Excel.

• High School Diploma or equivalency (required)

• No experience required

• Must obtain the following trainings through the agency:
• First Aid training
• CPR certification
• Valid Virginia Driver’s License and acceptable driving record as issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles are required. For business use of a personal car, a certificate of valid personal automobile insurance must be provided.

POSITION LOCATION:

1014

E. Market St. Charlottesville, VA 22902

GRADE: 7

SCHEDULE:

Full‑time (40 hours per week). Varies based on program need.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Other

Industries:
Mental Health Care