Support Specialist - Substance Abuse- DOC Programs
2 months ago
Paterson
Job DescriptionSUMMARY Residential program for adult residents which are state inmates classified to a work release/substance abuse program. Staff is accountable to carry out assigned duties relating to the treatment and security of the residence and residents while following establish protocols and procedures approved by NJAC and the NJ Department of Corrections. The employee in this classification is part of the treatment team. The employee performs a treatment function and the primary provider of clinical services to clients. This position maintains accountability for the client as established through the funding source, and according to agency policy. The employee is responsible for conducting risk/needs assessments and developing service plans for all clients assigned to their caseload and implementing those plans subject to review by the Treatment Team and/or approval of the Treatment Director. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to): Service • Ensure that each client is properly served and treatment is rendered accordance to industry standards., • Ensure the development and implementation of:, • Client records including social histories, chronological reports, case summaries and other information as needed., • Comprehensive assessment and treatment plans for residents within established timeframes, • Individual and group counseling,, • Effective crisis intervention and conflict resolution,, • Monthly behavioral evaluations,, • Conducting interventions,, • Individual/group lectures and didactic presentations,, • Participation in multidisciplinary case conferences and treatment plan reviews,, • Developing aftercare treatment plans, and all required documentation., • Other areas of focus which may include Alumni Services, Family Services Smoke Cessation, Orientation and HIV Services., • Maintain client and staff confidentiality in compliance with administrative policies and procedures., • Ensure contract violations are reported and addressed immediately, • Review medication log for compliance, • Perform Accountability Duties:, • accounting for each resident in the facility and in the community on a “real time” basis;, • ensuring the safety and security of staff and residents in the Facility;, • providing supervision and surveillance of the residents, staff and visitors as well as the facility perimeter;, • ensuring that contraband is not brought into the facility;, • conducting facility searches;, • conducting urine monitoring;, • monitoring entry and egress of all residents and visitors.Plan, • Complete required annual training in compliance with due dates, • Participate in daily shift-change meetings, monthly staff meetings, weekly house meetings, weekly treatment team meetings as well as semiannual training and meetings as scheduled. Organize, • Ensure that program activities operate within the policies and procedures of the organization and our funder., • Ensure that program activities comply with all relevant professional and accreditation standards and licensure. (ACA, PREA, DHMAS Licensure), • Meet all required internal and external standards and policies.Represent, • Write reports on the program for management and funders as required, • Communicate with management and funders as outlined in funding agreements, • Ensure reports and supporting documentation for funders are prepared as outlined in funding agreementsOther duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Experience • Supervision responsibilities include: Residential clientsEducation, • A NJ LCADC or CADC or another licensed health professional doing work of an alcohol and drug counseling nature within their scope of duties. Clearances, • Successfully pass Criminal, Education, Substance Use Testing and Driver Background checks conducted by the Organization and Funder, • Maintain background free of infractions which may result in the termination of employment, • Have access to an insured, registered vehicle, • Possess a valid Driver’s LicenseKnowledge, skills and abilities, • Knowledge of client groups and/or issues related to the program area, • Possesses thorough working knowledge of social learning theory, cognitive-behavioral intervention and approaches, assessment and evaluation and demonstrated competencies in training, group interaction, and mentoring., • Working with addictive personalities; a basic understanding of human behavior; and utilizing group dynamics to address special needs populations. Proficiency in the use of computers for:, • Word processing, • Simple accounting, • Databases, • Spreadsheets, • E-mail, • Internet, • Ethical Behavior:, • Understand ethical behavior and business practices, and ensure that own behavior and the behavior of others is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values of the organization, • Build Relationships:, • Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organization., • Communicate Effectively:, • Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques., • Creativity/Innovation:, • Develop new and unique ways to improve operations of the programs and to create new opportunities., • Focus on Client Needs:, • Anticipate, understand, and respond to the needs of internal and external clients to meet or exceed their expectations within the organizational parameters., • Foster Teamwork:, • Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness., • Lead:, • Positively influence others to achieve results that are in the best interest of the organization., • Make Decisions:, • Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organization., • Organize:, • Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details, data, information and activities., • Plan:, • Determine strategies to move the organization forward, set goals, create and implement actions plans, and evaluate the process and results., • Solve Problems:, • Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations to the direct supervisor and/or resolve the problem.Working Conditions, • Typically an office and residential program environment, but the mission of the organization may sometimes take them to nonstandard workplaces., • A standard work week, but may be required to work some evenings and weekends to monitor program activities., • Be on-call for any after-hours emergencies. Primary on-call services are rotated through case managers, • The employee in this position may be required to lift up to 25lbs., stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, use fingers, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Compensation & Benefits, • Salary range $45000 - $55000, • Comprehensive health insurance, • Paid time off and holidays The New Jersey Association on Correction is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, lawful political affiliation or group membership, physical handicap, age, marital status, sexual orientation, prior involvement in the criminal justice system, off the job lawful activities or physical appearance. Powered by JazzHR iZMd32tJNA
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