Review Vacancy
AgencyCorrections and Community Supervision, Department of
TitleAlcohol and Substance Abuse Treatment Program Assistant
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $52198 to $66634 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Duties Description Provide assistance identifying individuals with drug and alcohol problems, provide substance abuse education, and assist in group and individual counseling sessions for Incarcerated Individuals.
Minimum Qualifications Must be a current New York State employee as a credentialed alcohol and substance abuse counselor (CASAC) OR have three years qualifying experience*. An Associate's degree in psychology, counseling, sociology, social science, social work, alcoholism, substance abuse, criminal justice, correctional studies, addictions studies, human services, community health, or a related field can be substituted for two years of this experience.
*Qualifying experience id defined as professional or para-professional experience in a recognized program whose primary mission is alcohol and/or substance abuse treatment (hospital, correctional facility, school, community based prevention/intervention program or other addiction recovery program). This experience must include all of the following functions: group or individual counseling, intake/assessment, treatment planning, case work, consultation, and the development of a substance abuse disorder diagnostic impression.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.