SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAMS COORDINATOR

JOB Recruitments for County positions are typically conducted to establish eligibility lists to fill countywide vacancies that occur during the active status of those lists (approximately 3 -12 months).
Any person on a promotional eligibility list will be considered first by the hiring department(s) before persons on an open eligibility list.
The County of Lake only accepts applications for permanent positions when actively recruiting.
Only online applications are accepted.
It is the responsibility of each applicant to review the full job description and requirements.
The County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer.
Veteran’s Preference.
To apply for County examinations - All applications for County examinations must be submitted through the County’s online application system.
A completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each online application.
All permanent County recruitments will be posted at www.
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The County of Lake reserves the right to limit the number of applications that will be accepted for any open recruitment, and any such limit will be included on the job posting.
When a limit is posted, the recruitment is subject to close at any time prior to the final filing date.
Completed online application packets must be submitted by the close of business on the date that the recruitment closes.
All relevant experience must be included on the application to be considered – resumes and other attached documents will not be used to qualify an applicant.
Relevant experience and/or education may be substituted at a ratio of 2 to 1 for the purpose of meeting minimum qualifications and applicants should contact the Human Resources department for details.
Important Notice - The provisions listed on job postings, job descriptions, or other recruitment materials do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.
Benefits may vary between bargaining units.
Any provisions contained within job postings, job descriptions or other recruitment material may be modified or revoked without notice.
All County of Lake applicants who are given a conditional employment offer must comply with the County’s pre-employment medical review program before they may be appointed to the County position.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAMS COORDINATOR DEFINITIONUnder general direction, plans, develops, and implements a variety of substance abuse treatment programs; plans, develops, and implements a variety of substance abuse community outreach efforts, prevention education programs, and related public information activities; performs a variety of substance abuse treatment and prevention services; provides supervision, training, and work evaluation for assigned staff; provides education, consultation services, workshops, and training for other staff, community agencies, and the public; performs prevention activities designed to prevent alcohol and drug abuse in the county; and performs related duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSThis is a specialized, single-position classification.
Incumbents have responsibility for the development, coordination, and conduct of substance abuse treatment and prevention programs, as well as providing supervision, work coordination, and training for assigned staff.
The Substance Abuse Programs Coordinator is distinguished from Deputy Director of Behavioral Health in that Substance Abuse Programs Coordinator incumbents do not exercise the full scope of management responsibilities for the alcohol and other drug services division.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general direction from Deputy Director of Behavioral Health.
Exercises direct supervision over professional, technical, and administrative support staff.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the scope of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Coordinates DUI Program services.
Assists in updates to program policies and procedures.
Assists with planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating substance abuse treatment and prevention programs.
Participates in the development, monitoring, and coordination of program goals.
Provides supervision, training, and work evaluation for assigned staff.
Participates in the selection of new staff.
Presents materials, reports, pamphlets, exhibits, and news releases to groups, agencies, and individuals.
Meets with individuals, families, and groups in clinics, homes, schools, jails, and community settings to provide substance abuse treatment outreach services and information on substance abuse prevention.
Implements strategies to raise awareness of issues concerning alcohol and drug problems.
Provides in-service training and technical assistance for other agencies, organizations, and community groups.
Coordinates the gathering of data.
Evaluates a variety of data; coordinates recordkeeping and report preparation for state and local agencies.
Advises clients on available community resources.
Serves as a resource person for substance abuse treatment and substance abuse prevention/education.
Contacts community groups, schools, and groups to promote education and prevention programs.
Coordinates a variety of community relations and special events.
Provides a variety of support to community groups and/or coalitions.
Prepares, coordinates, schedules, and conducts presentations before school groups, community organizations, youth groups, and other interested persons.
Collaborates with surrounding counties and communities on education and prevention issues.
May attend meetings, conferences, and planning sessions.
Performs related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of: Psychological and social aspects and characteristics of substance abuse.
Drugs and drug abuse patterns, alcoholism, and the physiological effects of drug abuse and alcoholism.
Case management principles, practices, and processes related to the assessment, care, treatment, and documentation of individuals with behavioral disorders.
Methods and techniques for conducting assessments and treatment of substance abuse problems.
Principles, methods, techniques, and materials of substance abuse prevention and education.
Available community resources for substance abuse services.
Requirements and needs of persons with serious substance abuse problems.
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to the administration of alcohol and drug prevention and treatment programs.
Principles of supervision, training, and work evaluation.
Customer service principles and techniques.
Written and oral communications skills.
Proper English spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Computers and software programs (e.
g.
, Microsoft software applications) to conduct research, assess information, and/or prepare documentation.
Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction.
Ability to: Provide supervision, training, and timely work evaluations for assigned staff.
Assess substance abuse problems and develop services to meet client problems, working, and consulting with clients and other professional staff.
Develop substance abuse education and prevention program.
Communicate effectively with people from diverse ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds.
Explain complex and technical terminology and concepts in an understandable and non-threatening manner.
Establish and maintain a variety of personal and administrative records, clinical documentation, and related materials.
Conduct effective individual and group counseling related to substance abuse problems and recovery.
Recognize a potential crisis and deliver crisis intervention services.
Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
Conduct detailed assessments by obtaining information, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions.
Implement comprehensive case management for all clients, including those referred to other providers.
Handle stress and unstable client behavior.
Effectively represent the substance abuse program in contacts with clients, the public, community organizations, other county staff, and other government organizations.
Regularly work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Utilize a computer, relevant software applications, and/or other equipment as assigned to perform a variety of work tasks.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Licensing and Certifications: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver’s License.
Current certification as an Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Counselor from a State approved certifying organization.
ORPossession of, or ability to obtain, registration to obtain certification as an AOD Counselor by a State-approved certifying organization within six (6) months of the date of hire, and the completion of the certification as an AOD counselor within five (5) years from the date of registration.
ORPossession of a valid California license as a Physician, Psychologist, Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist or registration as an intern with the California Board of Psychology or the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
Education and Experience: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in social sciences, behavioral sciences, psychology, or a closely related field.
Two (2) years of full-time experience working in substance abuse counseling or substance abuse prevention in a public or certified private welfare agency at a level comparable to that of a Substance Abuse Counselor III or Prevention Specialist with the County of Lake.
Previous experience in a lead or supervisory position is desirable.
WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTSThe County of Lake is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Incumbents generally work in a typical office environment with adequate light and temperature.
There may be occasional exposure to extreme temperatures, loud noise, fumes, noxious odors, dust, mist, gases, and poor ventilation; underground, confined, or restricted workspaces; and heights more than five stories above ground level.
Incumbents may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
Incumbents may also be subject to clients or members of the public afflicted with behavioral disorders or who are under emotionally stressful conditions.
Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Light Work: Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.
A successful candidate will be required to submit to and pass a background check prior to the appointment.
Depending upon the position and/or assigned department, the background check may include but is not limited to civil and criminal history check, reference check, Live Scan, and/or credit check (as allowed under state law).
Disaster Service Workers: As members of the County of Lake Emergency Services Organization, all Lake County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to perform certain emergency services at the direction of the department and / or County.
The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment.
The County of Lake assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein.
The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice.
Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a “meet and confer” process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect.