Job Description
THE POSITION As a Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 2 with the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Mahanoy, you will play an important part in helping inmates overcome addiction challenges. Your counseling and guidance will support their progress through structured treatment programs. You will make a positive impact each day by encouraging responsible choices and personal development. This is your opportunity to influence lives in a meaningful and rewarding way—apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position focuses on providing counseling, casework, and treatment services to inmates who are working to overcome substance use issues. The role supports therapeutic programming, assessments, and coordination with internal and external service partners. As a Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 2, you will perform the following duties: Program Facilitation: Lead therapeutic community and outpatient groups that promote cognitive and behavioral change Case Management: Maintain treatment plans, charts, and files to support counseling and program participation Counseling Services: Provide individual and group counseling while coordinating with community and correctional resources Assessment Work: Conduct assessments for inmates in need and develop recommendations based on policy guidance Recovery Support: Oversee voluntary peer recovery meetings and manage participant enrollment and attendance Training Guidance: Offer guidance to new staff and participate in required training to maintain professional skills Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description . Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment, 40 hours per week Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $63,301.00 (before taxes). You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY Minimum Experience and Training 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"; or 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) ; or 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; or 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; or An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes 18 college credits in the behavioral sciences. Other Requirements: Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required. You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirement: You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements. Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rights must apply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. All application materials and interview responses mu