Salary
$53,897\.00 \- $67,372\.00 Annually
LocationChattanooga, TN
Job Type
FULL TIME
Job Number
04/20/2026 \- 1911
Division
UNASSIGNED DIVISION
Department
Recovery Court
Opening Date
04/20/2026
Closing Date
5/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
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- No copay to utilize clinic services.
- Clinic services include routine office visits, sick visits, labs, flu shots, and more
- TextCare \- Access to care 24/7 via TextCare, which is direct, unlimited access to medical care 24/7 through text message.
- One to One Provider Network – Availability to utilize a network of providers that provide a high level of care at a lower copay/cost.
- Health Management Programs – Offered to help employees and their family members in managing the following health conditions: Asthma, Diabetes, Hypertension (High Blood Pressure), and Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol)
- Nutritional guidance – Nutritional education provided to assist in making the appropriate food /health choices.
- Low\-cost prescriptions available to those covered under the County health plan.
- Over the counter items offered at cost.
- RxLocal App – Mobile app provides a convenient way to stay connected and manage your health. Through the app you can request refills and ask questions.
- On\-site Pharmacist available to answer questions and provide information.
- The LCP has a smaller network that includes most providers and hospitals, with the exception of Parkridge facilities/providers.
- The OAP is a national network of facilities/providers that includes most providers/hospitals, including Parkridge.
- The Cigna High Dental Plan covers orthodontia for children up to age 18\. A national network of dental providers is available to choose from and this plan offers out of network coverage.
- The Cigna Low Dental Plan does not cover orthodontia. A national network of dental providers is available to choose from and this plan offers out of network coverage.
- The Sun Life DHMO plan is a prepaid dental plan that offers benefits through a network of plan dentists. A dental provider must be selected when enrolling and services must be provided by that provider for benefits to apply.
- Health insurance assistance, Medicare info and counseling.
- Internal steps to take when an employee is ready to retire.
- Estate Planning
- Personal Financial Planning
- TCRS (Tennessee Consolidated Revenue Service) – Ham. County Pension
- Deferred Compensation/457 Plan – Nationwide
- Social Security Benefits
- Years 1 – 5: an employee will accrue 5\.85 hours of leave, per pay period.
- Years 5 – 10: an employee will accrue 6\.77 hours of leave, per pay period.
- Years 11–15: an employee will accrue 8\.31hours of leave, per pay period.
- Year 15 and each year thereafter, an employee will accrue 8\.93 hours of leave, per pay period.
Under general supervision, with a focus on high\-risk individuals, provides individual counseling for Recovery Court participants and facilitate evidence\-based curriculums in group settings. Will provide critical client support to justice\-involved individuals with a history of substance use. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.) This is a Fair Labor Standards Act defined Exempt Position \- Exempt positions are excluded from minimum wage, overtime regulations, and other rights and protections afforded nonexempt workers. The employee in this position is paid a salary rather than an hourly wage for this position. FLSA does not limit the amount of work time an employer may require or expect from any exempt employee, on any schedule. Hamilton County Government expects an employee in this position to complete the work assigned regardless the amount of hours involved in completing the tasks assigned.
Tasks
Responsible for providing substance use treatment and crisis intervention, risk/needs and clinical assessments, individual and group counseling support services, and referrals for clients. Builds rapport with clients as an essential function. Performs community outreach via information and service referral. Will develop and update individual treatment plans. Maintains, updates, and manages files, records and other paperwork associated with individual files. Works within a multi\-disciplinary recovery court treatment team to monitor participant’s progress throughout program.
Attends and participates in Drug Court hearings and staff meetings. Arranges for necessary accommodations to be provided during the hearings for participants with special needs. May coordinate and/or participate in/on a variety of meetings, conferences, and other related events in order to receive and convey information. May facilitate some training and supervision for volunteers and interns. Conduct random drug screens.
May work a varied schedule that may sometimes include evenings, week\-ends and/or holidays; works with volunteers, community resources and others as needed to accomplish goals and objectives of area of assignment. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics
Knowledge of applicable State of Tennessee statutes, rules, administrative orders, policies and procedures, applicable Federal rules and requirements.
Knowledge of Hamilton County Policies and Procedures.
Knowledge of counseling methods, practices and procedures.
Knowledge of the basic principles of clinical documentation and record keeping, case and records management.
Skill in clinical skills using an evidenced based, trauma\-informed, culturally sensitive, gender responsive framework for working with individuals, children and families.
Knowledge of chemical dependency diagnosis and treatment; including twelve step programs.
Knowledge of programs and resources available for chemical dependency treatment.
Knowledge of indicators of physical and sexual abuse, psychological problems, substance abuse, and other mental and physical health issues.
Knowledge of the habits and actions and ability to build rapport with individuals with a history of substance use.
Knowledge of the criminal justice system, counseling techniques, and available system and community resources.
Skill in engaging clients who may respond negatively to outreach efforts
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with vulnerable and incapacitated persons, other professional agencies and the public
Skill and ability to tactfully communicate with non\-voluntary clients in order to establish rapport and gain their confidence, cooperation, and best effort.
Skill and ability to understand the problems faced by families from all cultural backgrounds and economic levels.
Skill in effective conflict resolution and negotiation.
Skill in effective stress and time\-management.
Skill in working independently and in a team environment.
Skill in organizing, planning, developing, supervising and managing program/events and prioritizing work with strong problem solving.
Skill in practicing cultural sensitivity and emphasizing a safe and respectful environment for all.
Skill managing upset and/or confrontational participants or family members.
Skill in building relationships with partners, the community and clients.
Skill utilizing verbal and written communication in providing presentations, counseling, educational materials, facilitating meetings and providing instructions.
Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications with proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Skill in exercising good judgment and effective decision\-making.
Skill in delegating and working with a team of peers and interns.
Skill in preparing and maintaining policies and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in social work (MSW), counseling, marriage or family therapy, or a related field and one (1\) year of direct work experience providing group and individual counseling. Must be working toward licensure with the State of Tennessee as a LMSW, LCSW, LAPC, LPC, or LMFT. A valid driver’s license is required. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Prior to operating a County\-owned vehicle, all employees are required to complete the HC Defensive Driving course and/or an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) provided at the department level. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
At least one (1\) year of experience working with justice\-involved individuals who have substance use disorders is preferred but not required.
Licensure with the State of Tennessee as a LMSW, LCSW, LMFT or LPC is preferred but not required.
Experience and certification(s) in evidenced based curriculums such as Thinking for a Change, Moral Reconation Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Interventions for Substance Use, Seeking Safety, etc. is preferred but not required.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) speaking is preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work requires managing multiple tasks in a fast paced environment including extensive computer data entry and processing; bending, stooping, walking and/or standing for extended periods of time, and carrying of equipment and supplies weighing up to 30 pounds. Work may also involve the potential for physical harm in dealing with defendants and potential exposure to infectious diseases. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Any overtime hours offered in this position are not guaranteed, are an estimate, and are subject to change.
All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in\-person and require regular and punctual attendance.
All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on Holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) \& Utilization Report is available on the County’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page.
https://www.hamiltontn.gov/Department\_EqualEmploymentOpportunityOffice.aspx
Hamilton County GovernmentMeeting the needs of the people where they live, work, and play!
Hamilton County, Tennessee offers a lower cost of living, ease of getting around, a lively arts tradition, and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities.
Working for Hamilton County Government provides many great benefits – take a look at a few of those highlighted below…
On\-Site Employee Health Clinic
*(Employee access to the clinic is available from day one. A covered spouse or dependent has access as soon as their health plan coverage is effective. Children age 3 and up who are covered by the County’s insurance are eligible to be seen.) Telehealth \- Two\-way, real\-time interactive communication between the patient and a practitioner through telecommunications, which may include audiovisual options.
On\-Site Employee Pharmacy
Hamilton County Government offers competitive insurance coverage to fulltime employees.
Medical coverage is offered through Cigna to fulltime employees. The County pays a generous portion of the medical premium. Two options are available to choose from: LCP (Local Cost Plus) and OAP (Open Access Plus).
Dental coverage is a voluntary benefit available to fulltime employees. Three coverage options are offered: Cigna High Plan, Cigna Low Plan, and Sun Life DHMO.
Life Insurance/Accidental Death and Dismemberment is provided through Symetra. The County provides $30,000 of Basic Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage at no cost to fulltime employees.
Additional voluntary benefits fulltime employees have access to enroll in are as follows:
\-Individual Short\-Term Disability (STD) \-Voluntary Long\-Term Disability (LTD)
\-Flexible Spending Account–Health Care \-Flexible Spending Account–Dept. Care
\-Flexible Spending Account–Transportation \-Accident Insurance
\-Critical Illness Insurance \-Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Hamilton County Government Retirement for Fulltime Employees:
Pension – Legacy Plan (hired prior to 10/1/2015\), in which the employer contributes 14\.70%.
Pension – Hybrid Plan (hired on or after 10/1/2015\), in which the employee contributes 5% and the employer contributes 4%.
401K – Employer contributes 5% and the employee can contribute the amount of their choice.
457b – Employees have the option to contribute to this plan if they choose.
Pre\-Retirement Seminar:
Hamilton County Human Resources provides a pre\-retirement seminar to those considering retirement, two times per year (1st and 3rd quarter of each year). Seminar topics covered may include:
Parental Leave:
Hamilton County provides eight (8\) weeks of paid maternity leave and two (2\) weeks of paid paternity leave following the birth of a child or placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption (age 13 or younger) or foster care.
Paid Time Off:
Hamilton County Government provides generous paid time off (PTO) to fulltime employees from the start of employment.
At each anniversary, an employee can roll over up to 80 hours of unused PTO into their leave bank. (Up to 800 hours for employees hired on or after 1/1/2013\).
Paid Holidays:
Hamilton County Government provides thirteen (13\) paid holidays to fulltime employees.
New Year’s Day Independence Day
M.L. King’s Birthday Labor Day
President’s Day Veteran’s Day
Good Friday Thanksgiving (2 days)
Memorial Day Christmas (2 days)
Juneteenth
Wellness Facility:
Hamilton County Government provides a 24/7 fitness center, free of charge, to County employees and family members (age 14\+) covered under the County's health plan. The fitness center offers cardio and strength\-training equipment, along with group exercise classes throughout the year. (which may include Zumba, spin, yoga, etc.)
Employer
Hamilton County
Address
401 W MLK Blvd
Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37402
Phone
423\-209\-6120
Website
http://www.hamiltontn.gov