Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 1 - SCI Smithfield

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Huntingdon (Huntingdon County); Vor Ort; USD 57.000 - 86.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Corrections is seeking a Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 1 at SCI Smithfield in Huntingdon, PA. This entry-level role supports treatment programs and learning counseling practices, guiding participants through early recovery steps within a structured setting.

You will perform duties such as assisting with treatment planning, conducting supervised sessions, and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifikationen

• One year of para-professional drug and alcohol counseling in a social work setting; CACB Certified Addictions Counselor.
• One year as a Corrections Counselor or Social Worker.
• One year of counseling with a behavioral sciences degree including 18 credits.
• Master's degree in addictions science, psychology or social work.
• Equivalent combination with 18 behavioral sciences credits.

Aufgaben

• Support treatment programs and initial counseling practices.
• Conduct supervised one-on-one sessions and assist group therapy.
• Prepare treatment summaries and maintain records for compliance.
• Complete evaluations with guidance from a supervisor.
• Attend treatment teams and contribute to coordinated care.
• Pursue required training to develop counseling skills.

Kenntnisse

Para-professional exp

CACB Addiction Counselor cert

Corrections/SW exp

Behavioral sciences degree 18 credits

Master's addictions psy/SW

Equiv combination with 18 credits

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree with 18 behavioral sciences credits

Master's degree in addictions science/psychology/SW

Equiv combo with 18 behavioral sciences credits

Jobbeschreibung

Salary

$56,541.00 - $86,022.00 Annually

Location

Huntingdon County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-59558-38420

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

CR SMI Trmt Svcs

Opening Date

10/01/2026

Closing Date

10/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

38420

Position Number

00243551

Union

SEIU Local 668

Bargaining Unit

F4

Pay Group

ST06

Bureau / Division Code

00116450

Bureau / Division

State Correctional Institution at Smithfield

Worksite Address

1120 Pike Street

City

Huntingdon, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

16652

Contact Name

Yen Le

THE POSITION

Are you ready to make a meaningful difference as a Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 1 with the Department of Corrections? This entry-level role allows you to learn treatment practices while supporting individuals working toward recovery at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Smithfield. You will help guide participants through structured programs designed to build healthier patterns and positive change. Become part of a mission-driven team committed to encouragement, learning, and steady progress.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role focuses on supporting treatment programs, learning counseling practices, and helping guide individuals through early recovery steps. As a Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Treatment Support: Assist with beginning-level tasks in treatment and recovery planning
• Counseling Assistance: Conduct supervised one-on-one sessions and help facilitate group therapy
• Record Management: Prepare summaries, maintain treatment records, and ensure compliance with regulations
• Assessment Work: Complete evaluations and make recommendations with supervisor guidance
• Team Participation: Attend meetings with treatment teams and contribute to coordinated care
• Skill Development: Attend required training to build counseling knowledge and professional skills

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $56,541.00 (before taxes).

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of para-professional experience providing drug and alcohol counseling services directly to clients in a social work setting; and certification by the PA Chemical Abuse Certification Board as a "Certified Addictions Counselor"; or
• One year of experience as a Corrections Counselor or Social Worker (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• One year of professional experience providing drug and alcohol counseling services directly to clients in a social work setting and a bachelor's degree that includes 18 college credits in the behavioral sciences; or
• A master's degree with major course work in addictions science, psychology or social work; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes 18 college credits in the behavioral sciences.

Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.