Addictions Program Specialist 2

The Office of Addiction Services and Supports; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

NYS Employees Retirement System (pensi

Deferred Compensation Program

Tuition assistance

Generous paid leave benefits

13 State holidays per year

529/ABLE savings programs

Flex Spending Accounts

Job summary

The Office of Addiction Services and Supports seeks an Addictions Program Specialist 2 to lead a set of counties and programs, coordinating oversight with Local Governmental Units and OASAS to ensure effective and efficient services.

The role involves meetings, site visits, site reviews, and reviewing budgets; you will present assessments during the annual Budget process and help develop capital projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three years of professional clinical or professional administrative experience in a public or private agency or program that directly provides diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, prevention, or aftercare to a clientele with a primary diagnosis of substance use disorders.
• Master's degree and two years of professional clinical or professional administrative experience in a public or private agency or program that directly provides diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, prevention, or aftercare to a clientele with a primary diagnosis of substance use disorders.

Responsibilities

• Lead responsibility for a basic set of assigned counties and programs and coordinate oversight with Local Governmental Units and OASAS.
• Conduct meetings, site visits and Comprehensive Site Reviews according to agency requirements.
• Review, negotiate and approve Prevention Workplans.
• Review, negotiate and approve program budget submissions, budget change requests and spending plan modifications.
• Prepare and present a comprehensive assessment and recommendation at the annual Program Review/Budget process.
• Assist in the development of Capital projects by reviewing scope and ensuring fundable requirements.
• Represent OASAS on committees and workgroups as assigned.
• Review certification applications submitted by service providers.
• Identify and bring forward significant issues of concern.

Education

Bachelor's degree + 3 years experience in public or private agency

Master's degree + 2 years experience in public or private agency

Job description

Duties Description

Functioning as a Program Manager, the Addictions Program Specialist 2 will:

• Assume lead responsibility for a basic set of assigned counties and programs and will work with Local Governmental Units and OASAS to coordinate oversight and the development of effective and efficient services
• Conduct meetings, site visits and Comprehensive Site Reviews according to agency requirements.
• Review, negotiate and approve Prevention Workplans.
• Review, negotiate and approve program budget submissions, budget change requests and spending plan modifications.
• Prepare and present a comprehensive assessment and recommendation at the annual Program Review/Budget process. This includes preparation of the Budget Review and Compare and Management plans as necessary
• Assist in the development of Capital projects, as assigned, by reviewing the scope of the project and ensuring it meets the initial fundable requirements.
• Represent OASAS on various committees and workgroups as assigned and/or approved.
• Review certification applications submitted by service providers.
• Identify and bring forward significant issues of concern.

Routine travel in the Downstate District area is required (approximately 35%), occasionally to areas not served by public transportation.

Qualifications

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. If a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.

At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

Permanent Qualifications

Permanent status as an Addictions Program Specialist 2, G-23 and interested in reassignment ~OR~ Reachable for permanent appointment on the current Civil Service eligible list for Addictions Program Specialist 2, G-23 ~OR~ Eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law ~OR~

Either 1. A bachelor's degree and three years of professional clinical or professional administrative experience in a public or private agency or program that directly provides diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, prevention, or aftercare to a clientele with a primary diagnosis of substance use disorders.

Or 2. A master's degree and two years of professional clinical or professional administrative experience in a public or private agency or program that directly provides diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, prevention, or aftercare to a clientele with a primary diagnosis of substance use disorders.

Additional Comments

The salary range listed for this posting reflects the full range for this graded position, factoring in annual performance advances based on satisfactory annual performance reviews. Candidates with no previous State service will begin at the hiring rate (starting rate of the salary range) listed above, plus any applicable Location Pay/Geographic Pay/Shift Pay differentials.

Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations, and negotiated union contracts.

• medical, dental and vision coverage;
• NYS Employees Retirement System (pension);
• optional Deferred Compensation Program;
• tuition assistance;
• generous paid leave benefits;
• compensation for 13 State holidays per year;
• access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs;
• and Flex Spending Accounts.

Telecommuting may be discussed as part of the interview process.

The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program allows public service employees to have the remaining balance on direct loans forgiven after 120 qualifying payments are made under an accepted repayment plan while working full-time for an eligible employer. New York State is an eligible employer. More information is available at https://oer.ny.gov/public-service-loan-forgiveness.

OASAS recognizes the value that different people, perspectives and cultures bring to the agency. We strive to create an inclusive culture that uplifts and supports our staff, fostering a sense of belonging in the workplace. Individuals with lived substance use and/or gambling experience are encouraged to apply.

New York State OASAS is an equal opportunity employer and provides opportunity for all regardless of race, gender, religion, national original, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, ability, or any other protected class. OASAS encourages people with disabilities to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or hiring process, please reach out to [e-mail].

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date, it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.