Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 2 - SCI Mahanoy
About The Position
As a Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 2 with the Department of Corrections (DOC), you take a leading role in guiding structured treatment programs that support meaningful change. You help inmates build the skills and mindset needed to make responsible decisions and move toward long-term stability. Your work strengthens the secure and goal-focused environment at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Mahanoy. Join a team that values dedication, steady leadership, and positive progress. This position focuses on providing counseling and casework services that support treatment and rehabilitation for individuals with substance use issues.
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"
- One year of experience as a Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration)
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Must be able to perform essential job functions
- Must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements
Responsibilities
- Lead Therapeutic Community (TC) and Outpatient Programs with groups to promote positive cognitive and behavioral change
- Develop case histories, organize treatment plans, and maintain charts for assigned inmates
- Conduct individual and group counseling sessions and coordinate with external service agencies
- Perform assessments for inmates in need and oversee voluntary recovery meetings twice a month
- Make recommendations related to parole planning, commutation, treatment adjustments, and referrals
- Offer training and guidance to new specialists, students, and volunteers and complete required skill development trainings
Benefits
- Eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
