Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 1 - SCI Somerset

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Somerset Township (PA); Presencial; USD 57.000 - 86.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

No telework

Descripción de la vacante

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Corrections, seeks a Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 1 at SCI Somerset to support inmates with substance use recovery while building casework and counseling skills.

The role focuses on guiding recovery efforts, maintaining treatment records, and developing individualized plans in a structured, non-telework setting. Benefits include state employment standard protections and retirement eligibility.

Formación

• One year of para-professional experience providing drug and alcohol counseling services.
• Certification by PA Chemical Abuse Certification Board as a Certified Addictions Counselor.
• One year of experience as a Corrections Counselor or Social Worker (Commonwealth job title or equivalent).
• One year of experience in counseling with a bachelor’s in behavioral sciences, or
• A master’s degree with major course work in addictions science, psychology or social work.
• An equivalent combination including 18 college credits in behavioral sciences.
• Applicants may meet education requirements within 3 months of graduation.

Responsabilidades

• Provide counseling and rehabilitation services for individuals in treatment programs.
• Prepare individualized treatment and recovery plans with inmates.
• Lead assigned therapy groups and community meetings.
• Maintain accurate treatment documentation per regulations.
• Conduct assessments and make recommendations with supervisor guidance.
• Participate in meetings with supervisors and treatment teams.

Conocimientos

Counseling

Casework

Group facilitation

Educación

Bachelor’s degree with 18 behavioral sciences credits

Master’s degree in addictions science/psychology/social work

Certification: Certified Addictions Counselor

Equivalent combination with 18 behavioral sciences credits

Descripción del empleo

$56,541.00 - $86,022.00 Annually

Somerset County, PA

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

CS-2026-61547-38420

Department of Corrections

CR SMR Trmt Svcs

10/28/2026

11/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

38420

00204356

SEIU Local 668

F4

ST06

00116650

State Correctional Institution at Somerset

1590 Walters Mill Road

Somerset, Pennsylvania

15510

Corleen Schmucker

717.562.5736

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

Are you passionate about guiding others toward recovery and lasting change? The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a motivated Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 1 to join the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Somerset. This role supports inmates working through substance use challenges while learning important casework and counseling skills. It offers a supportive setting where you can grow your abilities and make a difference each day. Take on a role that strengthens rehabilitation and supports long-term success!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role provides beginning-level casework and counseling services to support the treatment and rehabilitation of individuals with substance use needs. It involves working directly with inmates to guide recovery efforts and maintain accurate treatment records. As a Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Treatment Support: Assist in providing counseling and rehabilitation services for individuals in treatment programs
• Plan Development: Prepare individualized treatment and recovery plans in collaboration with inmates
• Group Facilitation: Lead assigned therapy groups, community meetings, and other structured activities
• Record Maintenance: Complete summaries and maintain accurate treatment documentation in accordance with regulations
• Assessment Activities: Conduct assessments and make recommendations with supervisor guidance
• Team Participation: Take part in meetings with supervisors, treatment teams, and other involved staff

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• 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).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

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 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Other Requirements:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• 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.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement:

• 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.