Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 1 - Huntingdon, United States - State of Pennsylvania

Description

THE POSITION

Are you experienced in the field of drug and alcohol treatment and searching for an opportunity to share your skills through a rewarding career in public service? The Department of Corrections, State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Smithfield is seeking a highly motivated Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 1 to join our team.

Every day will present you with unique situations to learn from, and your work will directly influence the public safety of Pennsylvania and the well-being of offenders at our facility.

Become a catalyst for change and join us in transforming lives behind bars


DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 1 for the Department of Corrections, you will provide treatment services for alcohol and other drugs to the inmate population within both the Outpatient and Therapeutic Community Programs.

You will conduct initial assessment interviews, make preliminary recommendations for programming needs, provide individual and group therapy, and monitor or coordinate self-help groups.

Join us in our mission to reduce criminal behavior by providing individualized treatment and education to offenders, resulting in successful community reintegration through accountability and positive change.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment (40-hour work week)
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $53, before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY


QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of para-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 Corrections Counselor or Social Worker; or
• One year 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 college credits in the behavioral sciences; or
• A master's degree with major course work 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:

• 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 Requirement:

• You must pass a background investigation.

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 and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-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.


EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved.

* you may be disqualified.

• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there's more to life than just work Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S.

holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good.

As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

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• Eligibility rules apply.

01

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Corrections Counselor or Social Worker for one or more years full-time?

• Yes
• No

02

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below.

The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision.

If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

03

Do you possess at least one year of full-time experience providing drug and alcohol counseling services directly to clients in a social work setting?

• Yes
• No

04

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below.

The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision.

If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

Have you completed college coursework that includes 18 college credits in the behavioral sciences?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision.

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left.

You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation.

For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.

• Yes
• No

06

Do you possess certification by the PA Chemical Abuse Certification Board as a Certified Associate Addiction Counselor (CAAC), Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC), Associate Addiction Counselor (AAC), a Certified Co-Occurring Disorders Professional certification, or Certified Criminal Justice Addictions Professional Certification?

• Yes
• No

07

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide your certification number and expiration date in the text box below.

If you answered "No" to the above question, please type n/a in the text box below.

08

Have you completed a master's degree with major coursework in addictions science, psychology, or social work?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision.

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left.

You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation.

For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.

• Yes
• No

09

You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored.

They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position.

Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification.

You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions.

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty.

If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.

The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.

In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page.

• Yes

10

WORK BEHAVIOR - SCREEN, ASSESS, AND INTERVIEW PATIENTS

Screens, assesses, and interviews patients who have documented histories of substance use/dependence and have been referred for Substance Abuse Disorder (SUD) services.

Obtains information from patients concerning their substance use and potential mental health histories for the purpose of developing and implementing treatment plans.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience SCREENING, ASSESSING AND INTERVIEWING patients who have documented histories of substance use/dependence and have been referred for Substance Abuse Disorder (SUD) services. I have obtained information from patients concerning their substance use and potential mental health history for the purpose of developing and implementing treatment plans.
• B. I have experience SCREENING AND INTERVIEWING patients who have documented histories of substance use/dependence and have been referred for Substance Abuse Disorder (SUD) services. I have obtained information from patients concerning their substance use and potential mental health history for the purpose of developing and implementing treatment plans. I DO NOT have experience assessing patients.
• C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to substance abuse prevention and treatment, introduction to substance abuse counseling, or clinical psychology.
• D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

11

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior.

Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
• What specific work activities did you perform related to this work behavior, and what was your level of responsibility (assessing, screening, interviewing)?

12

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below.

If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

• College/University
• Course Title
• Credits/Clock Hours

13

WORK BEHAVIOR - TREATMENT PLANS

Develops, plans and conducts treatment activities and counseling services for patients on a group and individual basis.

Attends treatment team meetings; writes and updates Substance Abuse Disorder (SUD) treatment plan goals and interventions in collaboration with the patient; maintains records.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience DEVELOPING, PLANNING AND CONDUCTING treatment activities and counseling services for patients on a group and individual basis. I attend treatment team meetings; write and update Substance Abuse Disorder (SUD) treatment plan goals and interventions in collaboration with the patient; and maintain records.
• B. I have experience CONDUCTING treatment activities and counseling services for patients on a group and individual basis. I have NOT developed or planned treatment activities and counseling services for patients.
• C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to substance abuse prevention, ethics, or treatment and case management.
• D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

14

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior.

Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
• What type of treatment activities and services were you developing, planning and conducting?

15

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below.

If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

• College/University
• Course Title
• Credits/Clock Hours

16

WORK BEHAVIOR - COUNSEL PATIENTS

Counsels patients in order to obtain their participation in planned rehabilitation programs; facilitates change in thinking and behavior by using motivational interviewing principles, cognitive behavioral therapy, rational emotive behavior therapy or motivational enhancement therapy as well as other methods; encourages their participation in other facility provided programs and activities; conducts individual and group therapy sessions; explains available services; assists patients in adjusting to their current living environment; and may recommend community supports and programs to maintain recovery.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience counseling patients in order to obtain their participation in planned rehabilitation programs; facilitating change in thinking and behavior by using motivational interviewing principles, cognitive behavioral therapy, rational emotive behavior therapy or motivational enhancement therapy as well as other methods; encouraging their participation in other facility provided programs and activities; conducting INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP therapy sessions; explaining available services; assisting patients in adjusting to their current living environment; and I have experience recommending community supports and programs to maintain recovery.
• B. I have experience counseling patients in order to obtain their participation in planned rehabilitation programs; facilitating change in thinking and behavior by using motivational interviewing principles, cognitive behavioral therapy, rational emotive behavior therapy or motivational enhancement therapy as well as other methods; encouraging their participation in other facility provided programs and activities; conducting INDIVIDUAL OR GROUP therapy sessions; explaining available services; assisting patients in adjusting to their current living environment; and I have experience recommending community supports and programs to maintain recovery.
• C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to motivational interviewing, co-occurring disorders, behavioral interventions, cognitive behavioral intervention, or group counseling.
• D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior

17

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior.

Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
• The type of counseling you conducted (Individual or Group)

18

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below.

If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

• College/University
• Course Title
• Credits/Clock Hours

19

WORK BEHAVIOR - WRITTEN COMMUNICATION

Writes treatment plans, discharge summaries, case histories, assessments, correspondence and records related to patients being treated for substance use/dependence.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience writing treatment plans, discharge summaries, case histories, assessments, correspondence and records related to patients being treated for substance use/dependence. I was responsible for the COMPLETE document.
• B. I have experience writing PORTIONS OR SECTIONS of treatment plans, discharge summaries, case histories, assessments, correspondence and records related to patients being treated for substance use/dependence. I was NOT responsible for the complete written document.
• C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to technical writing, report writing, or non-fiction writing.
• D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

20

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior.

Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
• The types of written documents you prepared

21

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below.

If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

• College/University
• Course Title
• Credits/Clock Hours

Required Question

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