Substance Abuse Specialist

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. Basic Requirements Degree – at least 24 semester hours of coursework in the behavioral or social sciences. OR Combination of education and experience – at least 24 semester hours of coursework in the behavioral or social sciences, with knowledge equivalent to a 4‑year degree. Evaluation of Education: Courses such as sociology, correctional administration, criminal justice, government/political science, psychology, social work, counseling, and other related social or behavioral science courses may be used to satisfy the requirement. Evaluation of Experience: Experience must have been gained in (1) casework in a correctional institution or another criminal‑justice setting; (2) counseling requiring diagnostic or treatment‑planning skills to achieve specific goals; or (3) work treating people in need of social rehabilitation. AND Mandatory Qualifications Education – three years of progressively higher‑level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or equivalent graduate degree. Graduate education must have been in corrections or a related field such as criminal justice, sociology, psychology, counseling, social work, or other coursework related to the position. OR Mandatory Qualifications (Experience) At least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level. The experience must have equipped the applicant to perform the duties of the position, typically in or related to the position to be filled. Examples of qualifying experience include: Providing group and individual counseling to inmates with psychological problems targeted by the specialty program. Applying new assessment and treatment techniques to help inmates overcome psychological problems. Administering questionnaires and conducting interviews to obtain information about inmates and identify techniques for helping inmates overcome psychological problems. Developing and writing individualized clinical documentation (e.g., treatment plans and progress notes). Knowledge of facts, concepts, and theories of human behavior and disorders/behavior problems. OR Mandatory Qualifications (Education & Experience) Combination of successfully completed graduate‑level education and specialized experience that equips the applicant to perform the major duties of the position. Selectivity Factors Applicants must possess one of the following selective placement factors, otherwise they are ineligible: 15 semester hours of graduate coursework specific to antisocial behaviors, substance abuse and/or mental illness. 18 months of professional experience in counseling antisocial behaviors, substance abuse and/or mental illness. NOTE: All applicants must electronically upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirements or clearly address this professional experience in their resume to be considered qualified. If applicable, credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, candidates must show the actual time spent in the activities. #J-18808-Ljbffr