Substance Abuse Counselor III (DL) - Honolulu, Oahu

Hawai`i State Judiciary

Honolulu (HI)

On-site

USD 54,000 - 70,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Hawaii State Judiciary is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor III to provide counseling, education, and rehabilitative services to offenders in Honolulu. The role requires a valid driver’s license, and the ability to deliver a full range of counseling and educational programs under supervision.

Candidates must hold a CSAC or equivalent, and may substitute a master’s or PhD for portions of specialized experience.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a counseling or mental health field as listed.
Demonstrated knowledge of ethics, confidentiality, and professional standards.
Licensure or certification in substance abuse counseling (CSAC) per Hawaii/ICRC standards.

Responsibilities

Provide professional substance abuse counseling and education to referred offenders.
Develop, implement, and modify individual treatment plans.
Conduct educational and therapeutic classes and participate in program policy development.
Maintain case management and ensure compliance with guidelines.

Skills

Counseling

Ethics and confidentiality

Education

Baccalaureate degree in psychology, sociology, social work, criminal justice administration, substance abuse counseling, educational counseling, or related field

Job description

Position Specific Description

Recruitment Number 26-222LM, Substance Abuse Counselor III (DL), SR-20, Honolulu, Oahu.

Note: These positions require a current and valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle.

Professional Certification Requirement

Hawaii is a member board of the International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium/Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Inc. (IC&RC/AODA) and subscribes to the international standards prescribed by the IC&RC. Applicants must possess a valid Substance Abuse Counselor Certificate (CSAC) issued by the State of Hawaii, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Division. Applicants who do not possess a Hawaii issued CSAC but are certified in states that subscribe to the international standards prescribed by the IC&RC and with the same credential as Hawaii may also apply. If you are selected for a position, you will not be able to start employment until you receive a Hawaii issued CSAC. Please visit the State of Hawaii, Department of Health, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Division website for information about the reciprocity process.

Summary of Duties

Provides professional substance abuse counseling, education and rehabilitative services to the full range and variety of referred offenders; participates in a multi‑disciplinary assessment in the development, implementation and modification of individualized treatment plans; independently conducts the full range and variety of educational classes; conducts a variety of therapeutic‑related classes with assistance and supervision; participates in the development, implementation, evaluation, and modification of program policies, procedures, practices, case management approaches, curriculum and rehabilitative services; and performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education Requirement

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in psychology, sociology, social work, criminal justice administration, substance abuse counseling, educational counseling, or a related field of counseling or mental health.

Specialized Experience Requirement

One and one‑half (1½) years of progressively responsible professional substance abuse counseling experience providing direct alcohol and drug treatment services to individuals and/or families in an treatment program or drug court setting. Such work experience should have demonstrated the application of the Twelve (12) Core Functions; substance abuse specific education; and education on professional ethics, federal regulations, confidentiality of records, HIV and AIDS issues tailored to the substance abuse counseling profession.

Substitutions Allowed

Possession of a Master's degree in substance abuse counseling, social work, sociology, psychology, counseling psychology, educational psychology, other counseling or a mental health field counseling, or criminal justice administration from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one and one‑half (1½) years of Specialized Experience.
Possession of a Ph.D. in substance abuse counseling, social work, sociology, psychology, counseling psychology, educational psychology, other counseling or a mental health field counseling, or criminal justice administration from an accredited college or university may be substituted for two and one‑half (2½) years of Specialized Experience.

Selective Certification Requirement – Driver's License

Applicants must possess a current and valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle.

Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Requirement (28 CFR 115.17, 115.117, 115.217 and 115.317)

Has engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility or other institution;
Has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse;
Has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in b above; or
Has been the subject of substantiated allegations of sexual abuse or sexual harassment, or resigned during a pending investigation of alleged sexual abuse or sexual harassment.

Supplemental Information

Any additional information may be attached to your online application, submitted by email to Recruitment@courts.hawaii.gov, or mailed to the following address: Hawaii State Judiciary, Human Resources Department, 426 Queen Street, First Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813.

Education: If you are using education as a substitution for experience, you must submit a copy of your transcript(s) or diploma(s) at the time of application. If you are selected for a position, we will request an official transcript (not a copy) at a later date. The official transcript must indicate completion of the training and/or the awarding of the appropriate degree.

Civil Service Employee Benefits

Civil service employees are eligible for a range of benefits, including, but not limited to, the following:

Up to 13 paid holidays each year, and 14 during election years
Up to 21 vacation leave days per year
Up to 21 sick leave days per year
Reasonable time off with pay for jury or witness duty, death in the family, for certain military duty, and for donating to the Blood Bank
Employer contribution to premiums for enrollment in the state sponsored medical, drug, vision, and adult dental plans
Free life insurance policy for employees and retirees
Deferred compensation retirement savings plan
State retirement plan for eligible employees

Judiciary employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information: https://studentaid.gov/

Transcripts, Certifications, and Other Verifying Documents

You must attach or mail copies of official transcripts, certifications, or other verifying documents at the time of application. If these documents are not received within two weeks after receipt of your application, your application may be rejected as incomplete.

If you are selected, we will need an original official transcript (not a copy) indicating the completion of the required training or coursework and the awarding of the appropriate degree, certification, or other credential.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Before submitting your application, be sure to review your application for completeness and accuracy. Failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in your application being rejected.

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