1. Master’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, Behavioral Science, or related field.
2. A minimum of three (3) years progressively responsible supervisory experience or a minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a Treatment Counselor I, II, and/or III providing licensed substance use, mental health, behavioral health, crisis-intervention and follow-up counseling preferably in a substance use treatment environment.
3. Must have one of the following Florida state certifications at the time of hire:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
• State Licensed Psychologist

4. Possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license throughout employment without any restrictions, which affect job performance. 5. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. Such experience must be clearly documented for consideration.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
State Certified Master’s Level Addition Professional certification (MCAP) or State Certified Addictions Professional certification (CAP) or State Certified Criminal Justice Addictions Professional certification (CCJAP) preferred. 
 
Under direction, the purpose of the position is to supervise treatment personnel engaged in providing professional substance abuse/mental health treatment relating to victims, social service, addiction, and crisis intervention for clients/inmates of the Broward Sheriff’s Office Department of Community Programs. Employees in this classification supervise and participate in professional treatment work of a rehabilitative nature. Position is responsible for supervising the interviewing, counseling, evaluating, assessing, and provision of substance abuse/mental health, crisis-intervention and follow-up counseling to clients/inmates participating in treatment programs. Performs related work as directed.The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
 
Oversees and provides clinical supervision for daily operations of the agency’s treatment and behavioral health programs.
 
Schedules, assigns, reviews, and evaluates the work of treatment professionals engaged in provision of professional counseling, treatment, and behavioral health services to program participants.
 
Monitors the ethical and professional behavior of treatment staff in conduct of all activities.
 
Assists with personnel selection, training, discipline and professional development.
 
Supervises program orientation, assessment, and treatment planning for clients participating in treatment and/or behavioral health programs administered through the Sheriff’s Office.
 
Supervises and provides therapeutic services based on treatment evaluation. 
 
Supervises clinical case management for clients participating in programming services.
 
Reviews all case documentation and assessment data for appropriate treatment planning.
 
Reviews discharge planning and referrals for continuing treatment. 
 
Provides crisis intervention.
 
Oversees the legal requirements and implications concerning treatment; coordinates with various local, county, and community agencies concerning status of cases.
Attends in-service training, workshops and inter-agency conferences to coordinate services; attends staff conferences for case review and consultation as needed.
 
Ensures maintenance of files, records, and case documentation in accordance with established regulatory policies and procedures.
 
Reviews and prepares medical, casework and legal documentation for assigned clients.
 
Secures assistance and cooperation of social service agencies and related community resources for meeting client needs.
 
Performs related duties as directed.
Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. May require occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of heavier objects. Tasks are performed in a corrections environment where proper provisions are in place in terms of employee security and protection. Due to the nature and location of the work environment, tasks include potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements consistent with routine conditions in a corrections detainment environment.
 
Broward Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Broward Sheriff’s Office will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; computer based test; interview; polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint and background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position and could last 10 to 12 weeks. Reapplication will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
 
BSO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law.