- All applications for County examinations must be submitted through the County's online application system. A completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each online application. All permanent County recruitments will be posted at
- The provisions listed on job postings, job descriptions, or other recruitment materials do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Benefits may vary between bargaining units. Any provisions contained within job postings, job descriptions or other recruitment material may be modified or revoked without notice. All County of Lake applicants who are given a conditional employment offer must comply with the County's preemployment medical review program before they may be appointed to the County position.
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Outreach and Prevention Specialist-SUDS - Los Angeles, United States - County of Lake
Description
Recruitments for County positions are typically conducted to establish eligibility lists to fill countywide vacancies that occur during the active status of those lists (approximately 3 -12 months).
Any person on a promotional eligibility list will be considered first by the hiring department(s) before persons on an open eligibility list.
The County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer. Veteran's Preference.
To apply for County examinations
The County of Lake reserves the right to limit the number of applications that will be accepted for any open recruitment, and any such limit will be included on the job posting.
When a limit is posted, the recruitment is subject to close at any time prior to the final filing date.
Completed online application packets must be submitted by the close of business on the date that the recruitment closes .
All relevant experience must be included on the application to be considered – resumes and other attached documents will not be used to qualify an applicant.
Relevant experience and/or education may be substituted at a ratio of 2 to 1 for the purpose of meeting minimum qualifications and applicants should contact the Human Resources department for details.
Important NoticeLicensing and Certifications:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license.
Education and Experience:
Pattern 1:
One (1) year of full-time experience working in substance abuse prevention or related social services in a public or certified private welfare agency.
AND
Education equivalent to an Associate's degree in behavioral sciences, psychology, social work, marriage, and family counseling, or a related field.
ORPattern 2:
A Bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences, psychology, social work, marriage and family counseling, or a related field.
Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted.
OUTREACH
ANDPREVENTION SPECIALIST
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, provides education, consultation services, and training for other staff, community agencies, and the public; performs prevention activities designed to prevent alcohol and drug abuse in the county; and performs related duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a specialized Outreach and Prevention Specialist classification.
Incumbents provide a variety of substance abuse prevention, education, and consulting work.
Incumbents may be assigned administrative responsibility for special programs such as the court mandated DUI.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
ANDEXERCISED
Receives general supervision from supervisory and/or management staff, depending on areas of work assignments.
Exercises no supervision over staff.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the scope of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Participates in the development, monitoring, and coordination of program goals.Meets with individuals, families, and groups in a variety of settings to promote substance abuse prevention.
Maintains records and prepares reports for state and local agencies.
Monitors prevention activities and conducts community substance abuse prevention programs for targeted groups, such as children or young adults.
Promotes local neighborhood action groups designed to address local alcohol and other drug related problems.
Participates in community discussions and activities related to prevention strategies.
Assists in promoting the development of collaborative prevention efforts, with a focus on community- based processes and environmental strategies.
Assists in conducting prevention activities via data collection and analysis, and in full compliance with federal, state, and county regulations related to the operation and management of assigned program components.
Assists in the development, maintenance, and review of program protocols, procedures, and strategies.Assists in the maintenance of literature and audio-visual materials.
May attend meetings, conferences and planning sessions.
Performs related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Psychological and social aspects and characteristics of substance abuse.
Drugs and drug abuse patterns, alcoholism, and the physiological effects of drug abuse and alcoholism.
Methods and techniques for conducting assessments of individuals' substance abuse problems.
Available community resources for substance abuse services.
Requirements and needs of persons with serious substance abuse problems.
State and local laws, policies, and procedures governing the administration ofalcohol and drug prevention and treatment programs, especially those pertaining to an individual's legal rights.
Ability to:
Handle stress and unstable client behavior.
Communicate effectively with people from diverse ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Explain complex and technical terminology and concepts in an understandable and non-threatening manner.
Establish and maintain a variety of personal and administrative records, clinical documentation, and related materials.
Effectively represent the substance abuse program in contacts with clients, the public, community organizations, other county staff, and other government organizations.
Regularly work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines.Constantly demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers/clients.
Licensing and Certifications:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license.
Education and Experience:
Pattern 1:
One (1) year of full-time experience working in substance abuse prevention or related social services in a public or certified private welfare agency.
Education equivalent to an Associate's degree in behavioral sciences, psychology, social work, marriage, and family counseling, or a related field.
ORPattern 2:
A Bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences, psychology, social work, marriage and family counseling, or a related field.
Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted.
WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA,
ANDOTHER REQUIREMENTS
The County of Lake is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.Incumbents generally work in a typical office environment with adequate light and temperature.
There may be occasional exposure?to?extreme temperatures, loud noise, fumes, noxious odors, dust, mist, gases, and poor ventilation; underground, confined, or restricted?workspaces; and heights more than five stories above ground level.?Incumbents may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
Incumbents may also be subject to clients or members of the public afflicted with behavioral disorders or who are under emotionally stressful conditions.
Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Sedentary Work:
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Light Work:
Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.
A successful candidate will be required to submit to and pass a background check prior to the appointment.
Depending upon the position and/or assigned department, the background check may include but is not limited to civil and criminal history check, reference check, Live Scan, and/or credit check (as allowed under state law).
Disaster Service Workers:
As members of the County of Lake Emergency Services Organization, all Lake County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to perform certain emergency services at the direction of the department and / or County.
The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment.
The County of Lake assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein.
Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a "meet and confer
" process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect.
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