Substance Abuse Program Supervisor

sjgov•Stockton, CA

About The Position

The Substance Abuse Program Supervisor supervises staff and oversees program operations in San Joaquin County Behavioral Health Services. The role includes staff scheduling, training and evaluation; budget and resource monitoring; program development; compliance review of client case records; counseling and treatment planning; reporting; and coordination of specialized training and projects. The supervisor may provide work guidance to other staff, review counselors’ work, coordinate committees, and assume counseling or other worker duties when needed. The position may also involve transporting clients to community resources and working rotating shifts. Applicants must qualify under one of two education and experience patterns. Pattern I requires completion of a substance abuse counseling certificate program recognized by the San Joaquin County Department of Health Care Services and four years of qualifying counseling or case management experience. Pattern II requires a relevant bachelor’s degree and one year of qualifying experience. Both patterns require current California-approved AOD counselor certification, unless the specified professional license or registered intern status qualifies as a substitution. A California driver’s license is required if the assignment requires it. New hires must pass pre-employment drug screening and a background investigation.

Requirements

Pattern I: Completion of a substance abuse counseling certificate program recognized by the San Joaquin County Department of Health Care Services.
Pattern I: Four years of counseling or case management experience in a substance abuse or social crisis program at a level equivalent to Substance Abuse Counselor II in San Joaquin County.
Pattern II: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a major in psychology, social work, business or public administration, or a closely related field.
Pattern II: One year of counseling or case management experience in a substance abuse or social crisis program at a level equivalent to Substance Abuse Counselor II in San Joaquin County.
Possession of a current Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Counselor certificate issued by a certifying agency approved by the State of California, maintained as required by applicable regulations; specified professional licenses or registered intern status may substitute.
Possession of a valid California driver’s license if required by the nature of the assignment.
Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and procedures relevant to the County Substance Abuse Program; supervision and training; individual, group, and family counseling; alcohol and other drug dependency and abuse; substance abuse clients; public relations; reporting and record keeping; computer and office automation technology; community resources; and case and utilization management.
Ability to interpret and apply relevant regulations, policies, and procedures; train and supervise others; evaluate client and family needs; maintain confidentiality; recommend treatment plans and counsel clients and families; analyze situations and draw valid conclusions; use computers and office equipment; build effective working relationships; maintain records and write reports; and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background investigation as a condition of employment.
Substitution rules: Additional qualifying experience may replace required education year for year, up to two years, but not specialized education. A substance abuse counseling certificate may substitute for 12 semester or 15 quarter units of specialized education.

Responsibilities

Assign, schedule, supervise, discipline, and evaluate program staff; develop and implement orientation, training, and staff development programs; and conduct or participate in staff meetings.
Assist with preparing and monitoring the annual program budget; determine staffing and supply needs; prepare justifications; order supplies; and monitor expenditures.
Develop or assist in developing and implementing program changes, components, and activity schedules based on program requirements and needs.
Review client case records for compliance with Medi-Cal, state, federal, and County requirements, and work with others to resolve case and utilization management issues.
Develop or assist in developing program goals, objectives, policies, and procedures; interpret policies for staff; and advise counselors on unusual or difficult client issues.
Gather information, maintain records, compile and prepare reports, compose correspondence, and potentially present informational programs to community groups.
Plan and conduct individual and group counseling; evaluate individual and family behavioral, social, and psychological issues affecting treatment; determine and implement treatment plans; and evaluate progress.
Develop curriculum and resources for specialized group education and staff training; obtain specialized training; implement and modify training programs; and present training throughout the agency.
Complete special projects involving curricula, new or changed programs, procedures, committees, service delivery, and operational issues.
Provide leadership and training to staff; provide work guidance, review lower-level counselors’ work, coordinate groups, schedule program activities, cover for other counselors or workers, and direct resident and volunteer workers.
May transport clients to community resources.

Benefits

Choice of three health plans, with dependent coverage available; employees pay a portion of premiums.
Choice of two dental plans; employee-only coverage is provided at no cost, with dependent coverage available at the employee’s expense.
Vision coverage; employee-only coverage is provided at no cost, with dependent coverage available at the employee’s expense.
Employer-provided life insurance, with coverage amounts based on years of service; employees may purchase additional group-rate term life insurance.
Voluntary 125 Flexible Benefits Plan using pre-tax dollars for eligible health-related expenses and dependent care.
County retirement plan under the County Retirement Law of 1937.
Deferred compensation plan under Section 457; Roth IRA option also available.
Vacation accrual, with annual amounts increasing based on years of service.
14 paid holidays each year for civil service status employees.
12 working days of sick leave annually, with unlimited accumulation.
Sick leave incentive: eligible employees may receive eight hours of administrative leave if applicable balance and payroll conditions are met.
Bereavement leave, including paid leave and additional accrued leave for specified family relationships.
Merit salary increases for eligible employees after serving 52 weeks (2,080 hours) at each salary step.
Educational reimbursement for eligible career-related coursework and approved college or university programs.
Parking supplement of up to $20 per pay period for qualifying employees assigned to the Downtown Core Area.
Up to 40 hours annually for participation in children’s school activities, subject to monthly limits.