CDOC Social Work/Counselor IV - Outpatient Regional Mgr-SUD Program - (PUEBLO)

State of Colorado • Pueblo, CO

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Social Work/Counselor IV provides regional clinical and administrative supervision to Outpatient, DUI, and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) staff. In collaboration with the Outpatient Program Manager and Health Services Administrators, the position assists with developing and reviewing substance use disorder (SUD) Outpatient and MAT programs, provides SUD assessment and treatment, and supervises clinicians in accordance with Department of Corrections, American Society of Addiction Medicine, and Behavioral Health Administration standards.

The role includes regional program direction, oversight of service quality and compliance, staff supervision and scheduling, data collection and reporting, training on program policies and procedures, and direct group and individual therapy for offenders. The position is based in Pueblo, Colorado, at La Vista Correctional Facility, and is eligible for a hybrid workplace. Frequent travel to regional facilities is required.

Requirements

• Hold a current, valid Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies license in at least one of the following: Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Psychologist, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT).
• Have two years of licensed or license-candidacy experience in substance use and/or mental health.
• Maintain required licensure.
• Demonstrate self-control and the ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations while remaining alert, emotionally stable, mentally resilient, and observant.
• Have advanced knowledge of substance use disorder treatment standards and guidelines and mental health standards and guidelines.
• Have strong leadership, supervisory, and analytical skills.
• Be able to expand clinical knowledge through continuing education on innovative techniques and research.
• Have strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, including the ability to work across facility programs and with external agencies.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills; be able to read and comprehend English and communicate fluently in English.
• Be able to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain-language guidelines.
• Be able to provide direct patient care to inmates.
• Be at least 21 years old and possess a valid driver’s license; maintain a valid, non-restricted Colorado driver’s license and meet state driving-record requirements.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Have no felony convictions and meet the Department’s restrictions concerning sexual abuse or misconduct.
• Successfully pass all modules of Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, including reading comprehension, competency assessments, and defensive-tactics exams.
• Be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Be physically able to complete defensive-tactics training and duties, including specified movement, strength, restraint, and self-defense activities; see and hear to respond to security concerns; and work in assaultive or restraint situations.
• Be willing and able to travel and work various shifts, including days, afternoons, and nights, on a rotating schedule.
• Complete tuberculosis screening and pass a background investigation and required drug testing.

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading and overseeing a substance use disorder treatment program.
• Supervisory experience over professional behavioral health staff, including decisions affecting subordinate employees’ pay, status, and tenure.
• Clinical supervision or instruction of employees or interns, including guidance on diagnostic assessments, treatment-plan review, and measurement of treatment goals.
• A current, valid Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) credential from the Colorado State Board of Addiction Counselor Examiners.
• A current, valid Certified Addiction Specialist (CAS) credential issued by the State of Colorado.
• Experience providing mental health treatment and discharge planning to people with severe mental illness and developmental disabilities.
• Experience leading and overseeing a mental health program.
• Extensive licensed experience providing mental health treatment.
• Experience providing substance use disorder treatment in a therapeutic community.
• Experience providing substance use disorder treatment to an incarcerated population.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and supervise data reporting and quality assurance activities to ensure service quality and compliance with Department policies and procedures.
• Provide regional clinical and administrative supervision to Outpatient and MAT clinicians.
• Approve sick and vacation leave requests, complete performance management documentation, determine staff schedules, and perform other administrative supervision duties.
• Provide general direction for Outpatient and MAT programs.
• Coordinate and collect data on treatment activities and prepare summary reports for the Administrator of the Substance Use Disorder Program and Outpatient Program Manager.
• Deliver training on core Outpatient and MAT program policies and procedures and coordinate required training with the SUD Clinical Trainer.
• Provide group and individual therapy to offenders receiving Outpatient and MAT services, including assisting facility clinicians when necessary.
• Document quality and compliance indicators, generate reports, and present feedback to program and administrative staff.
• Collect and evaluate performance data, identify areas for improvement, and provide recommendations and technical assistance to facilities.
• Work with the Health Services Administrator and Mental Health Supervisor to ensure an appropriate level of care.
• Travel frequently to facilities.

Benefits

• Career advancement opportunities throughout the state system.
• PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401(k) and 457 plans.
• Medical and dental health plans.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid life insurance.
• Eleven paid holidays per year, plus vacation and sick leave.
• Wellness program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED