Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 1 - SCI Forest

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania

411d • $54,226 - $82,475 • Remote

About The Position

The Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 1 position at the State Correctional Institution in Forest involves providing comprehensive treatment services for substance abuse to inmates. The role includes conducting assessments, facilitating therapy sessions, and coordinating self-help groups, all aimed at supporting inmates' recovery efforts. This position is a full-time civil service role within the Department of Corrections, offering competitive compensation and benefits.

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'.
• One year of experience as a Corrections Counselor or Social Worker.
• 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.
• 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.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• Must meet the PA residency requirement.

Nice To Haves

• Certification by the PA Chemical Abuse Certification Board as a Certified Associate Addiction Counselor (CAAC), Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), or similar certifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive treatment services for substance abuse to inmates in Outpatient and Therapeutic Community Programs.
• Conduct initial assessment interviews to evaluate individual needs of inmates.
• Formulate preliminary recommendations for appropriate programming based on assessments.
• Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions for inmates.
• Oversee or coordinate self-help groups to support recovery efforts.

Benefits

• Health coverage including vision and dental plans.
• Retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Eight weeks of paid parental leave.
• Military leave and paid time off for major U.S. holidays.
• Flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.
• Employee-only discounts and rates on various services and memberships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree