Substance Use Specialist- Sheriff's Office (1126)

Under general supervision, performs work of moderate difficulty in Substance Abuse Education programming and case management services to County Jail inmates enrolled in the EXODUS program; performs related work as assigned.

• Teaches and/or trains participants in a group setting
• Facilitates group meetings and discussions
• Interviews and elicits pertinent information from inmates applying to the EXODUS program
• Conducts comprehensive assessments with inmates to identify strengths and areas of need
• Interprets rules and regulations regarding inmate eligibility for EXODUS program
• Works with clients to develop individualized case plans, including specific goals and success strategies
• Supports inmates in meeting short and long term goals
• Provides follow-up and case plan review and revision as needed
• Provides referrals and coordinates services with other agencies
• Prepares and maintain confidential client and program records

Bachelor's degree in related field and one year of relevant experience; OR,

Associate's degree in related field and two years of relevant experience; OR,

Any combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must successfully pass a background investigation and polygraph test. Must not have a felony conviction within previous ten years or dishonorable discharge from the military.  Must not have a misdemeanor conviction involving domestic violence within previous five years. Must not have used marijuana within twelve months of hire or dangerous or narcotic drugs in the past five years for more than experimentation.

PREFERENCES:

Bilingual in English/Spanish and/or English/Navajo

This position is non-exempt from overtime.

This position is safety sensitive. 

• Challenges and needs of addictions and incarcerated populations
• Principals, practices and techniques of case management and social work
• Detention facility operational policies and procedures
• Office procedures and procedures
• Human behavior and various social, economic, and cultural backgrounds

• Eliciting information through intake screening interviews
• Interviewing techniques, intervention strategies and after care services
• Use of computers and word processing software
• English grammar, spelling, and arithmetic

• Assess the needs of at-risk clients and identify appropriate solutions
• Evaluate and document inmate progress toward treatment goals
• Maintain reports and records
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public
• Follow written and verbal instruction
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety

Salary : $52,236 - $60,071