What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 2 - SCI Phoenix position at Commonwealth of Pennsylvania?
Are you looking to take your career in professional counseling to the next level while making a significant difference in the lives of others? The Department of Corrections at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) in Phoenix is seeking a passionate and motivated Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 2 to join our team! In this essential role, you will be at the forefront of providing care, treatment, and rehabilitation for inmates facing substance abuse challenges. Your expertise and dedication will play a key role in their recovery process, guiding them to overcome addiction and rebuild their lives. If you are ready to create a lasting impact, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team committed to empowering individuals on their journey to recovery!
In this position, you will play a key part as a valued member of our inmate treatment team, providing professional, expert-level care, treatment, and rehabilitation for individuals struggling with substance abuse and dependence. You will be responsible for developing and planning alcohol and drug services, ensuring the successful implementation of these treatment plans. Additionally, you will introduce new inmates to the range of alcohol and drug services available to them. Your responsibilities will include reviewing inmate records, conducting initial interviews during reception, offering individual counseling to help inmates manage anxieties, gain cooperation in their treatment, and addressing other concerns related to their recovery journey. You will also prepare case summaries as needed for parole and pre-release processing, providing recommendations and tracking the inmate's participation and progress.
In this position, you will play a key part as a valued member of our inmate treatment team, providing professional, expert-level care, treatment, and rehabilitation for individuals struggling with substance abuse and dependence. You will be responsible for developing and planning alcohol and drug services, ensuring the successful implementation of these treatment plans. Additionally, you will introduce new inmates to the range of alcohol and drug services available to them. Your responsibilities will include reviewing inmate records, conducting initial interviews during reception, offering individual counseling to help inmates manage anxieties, gain cooperation in their treatment, and addressing other concerns related to their recovery journey. You will also prepare case summaries as needed for parole and pre-release processing, providing recommendations and tracking the inmate's participation and progress.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment, 40 hour work week
- Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- One year of para-professional and one year of professional experience providing drug and alcohol counseling services directly to clients in a social work setting; and certification by the PA Chemical Abuse Certification Board as a "Certified Addictions Counselor"; or
- One year of experience as a Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 1; or
- Two years of professional experience providing drug and alcohol counseling services directly to clients in a social work setting; and a bachelor's degree that includes 18 credits in the behavioral sciences; or
- One year of professional experience providing drug and alcohol counseling services directly to clients in a social work setting and a master's degree with major coursework in addictions science, psychology or social work; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes 18 college credits in the behavioral sciences.
Other Requirements:
- Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
- You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Salary : $61,903 - $94,118
