Visitation Center Substance Abuse Counselor

Contract	Visitation Center Substance Abuse Counselor
Status	Completed
Bids due	2025-06-02
Scope of work	Gaston County Department of Human Services-Social Services Division (DSS) is in need of a Therapeutic Visitation Center Substance Abuse Counselor. The intent of the RFQ is to obtain qualified and competent personnel on a timely basis. Interested vendors should be able to provide staff meeting minimum qualifications as defined by Gaston County DSS. Gaston County DSS reserves the right to make awards to one or more vendors as best meets the agency’s needs . Gaston County DSS does not guarantee any minimum amount of services. Any contract award is contingent upon the availability of funds to purchase specified services. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES The selected vendor or vendors will be required to provide the following for parents of children participating in the program: Complete mental health and substance abuse assessments for adults Develop individual treatment plans Monitor progress and treatment plan as needed. Provide one-on-one counseling and group therapy sessions focusing on recovery and relapse prevention. Provide education to parents on the effects of substance use on family dynamics and child development. Work in collaboration with Gaston County DHHS social workers, and visitation center therapists and case managers, while following HIPA guidelines. Individuals and Organizations receiving federal funds must ensure compliance with certain certifications required by federal laws and regulations. The Vendor is hereby complying with Certifications regarding Nondiscrimination, Drug-Free Workplace Requirements, Environmental Tobacco Smoke, Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion Lower Tier Covered Transactions, and Lobbying. These assurances and certifications are to be signed by the vendor’s authorized representative.
Category	DHHS – Social Services Division
Posted	2025-05-19
Bid posting	Open

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