Alcohol and Drug Treatment Specialist II



Job Details

Alcohol and Drug Treatment Specialist II
Employer

Ventura County

Salary

$36,995.49 - $51,803.46 Annually

Location

throughout Ventura County, FL

Job Type

Various

Job Number

1474HCA-18AA (SM)

Department

Health Care Agency

Division

Behavioral/Mental Health

Opening Date

04/26/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

Bargaining Unit

SEIU

Description

Under general direction, performs educational and counseling services for clients with alcohol and/or other drug problems.

The ideal candidate will have education (at least an AA in Addictive Disorders Studies or equivalent), experience (at least 2 years of full-time alcohol and drug counseling in both one-on-one and group sessions), possess an AOD Counselor certificate, and be bilingual (English/Spanish).

EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE: Some positions may be eligible for educational incentive. This incentive may be 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% for incumbents in eligible positions based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree that is not required for the classification.

BILINGUAL INCENTIVE:  Some positions may be eligible for bilingual incentive depending on the applicable memorandum of agreement and the needs of the department. In order to qualify for this incentive, incumbents in eligible positions must take and pass the applicable bilingual fluency examination with a score of seventy percent (70%) or higher.

AGENCY/DEPARTMENT:  Health Care Agency – Behavioral Health

Alcohol and Drug Treatment Specialist II is represented by the Service Employees' International Union (SEIU) and is eligible for overtime compensation.

NOTE: This classification is within a bargaining unit that is subject to an agency shop arrangement which mandates a Regular employee to either join Local 721 of SEIU and pay dues as a member OR either pay a service fee to Local 721 or direct that an amount equivalent to the service fee be distributed to a qualified charitable organization.

The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixed-Term), Intermittent, and Extra-Help vacancies within the Health Care Agency. There are currently six (6) Regular vacancies.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
OPENING DATE:  4/26/18
CLOSING DATE:  Continuous and may close at any time; therefore, the schedule for the remainder of the process will depend upon when we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications to meet business needs.

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
  • Conducts intake interviews, one-on-one interviews, teaches classes, and leads small groups;
  • Makes presentations to alcohol and other drug dependent clients and their families as well as to community groups and other agencies;
  • Assists in the development of recovery and treatment plans, makes referrals, and assists in supervising volunteers or students;
  • Provides case management and data/record management;
  • Assists with on-call duties;
  • Conducts individual, group, and family counseling to alcohol and other drug dependent clients and their families;
  • Performs client intake and discharge processes and prepares and administers individual recovery/treatment programs;  refers clients to appropriate social services;
  • Provides educational presentations on alcohol and other drug abuse to community groups and other agencies;
  • Maintains client records and data management;
  • May provide supervision of other staff; and
  • Performs other related duties as required.

Typical Qualifications

These are entrance requirements to the examination process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE:

  • Two (2) years of experience relative to alcohol and/or other drug abuse treatment or prevention.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: In accordance with Health Care Services Section 11833(b)(1), incumbents in this job classification who do not hold Alcohol and Drug Counseling Certification and are not licensed LCSWs, MFTs, Psychologists, or the like must be registered or certified with a Department of Health Care Services approved certifying organization and must achieve certification within five (5) years of initial registration as a condition of continued employment.

DESIRED:
  • Alcohol and Drug Counseling Certification from a State of California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs-approved certifying organization.
  • Bi-lingual (English/Spanish)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Some knowledge of: principles and techniques of supervision.

Thorough knowledge of: the philosophy and goals of the Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs; counseling and recovery intervention with persons presenting problems with alcohol and other drug use and abuse; program development; interviewing techniques; community resources, including mental health and social services agencies and 12-Step Programs; addiction and recovery; and maintaining a professional ethical code, including client/counselor relationship.

Working ability to: function under minimum supervision; perform client intake and termination processes; perform individual and group counseling; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; maintain client confidentiality; maintain records; become familiar with specific laws relating to the Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs; lead and train subordinate staff; and effectively interface with other agencies in the community.

Recruitment Process

FINAL FILING DATE:  This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested in it.  Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.

To apply on-line, please refer to our web site at www.ventura.org/hr.  If you prefer to fill out a paper application form for a Health Care Agency recruitment, you may contact either of our offices, which are listed below, to obtain and submit application materials.
  • 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970; Ventura CA 93009; 805/654-5129 (County Government Center)
  • 2323 Knoll Drive, 3rd Floor; Ventura CA 93003; 805/677-5184 (Health Care Agency building)
NOTE: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible.  If interested, please click here for additional information.

Note to Applicants:  It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications.  A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE – qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this examination AT THE TIME OF FILING. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire will result in the application being removed from consideration.

APPLICATION EVALUATION – qualifying: All applications will be reviewed to determine whether or not the stated requirements are met. Those individuals meeting the stated requirements will be invited to continue to the next step in the screening and selection process.

WRITTEN EXAMINATION - 100%: A job-related written examination will be administered to test candidates' knowledge of alcohol/drug knowledge, counseling, interpersonal relationships, and regulations/compliance.  Candidates must earn a score of seventy percent (70%) or higher to qualify for placement on the eligible list.

Candidates successfully completing the examination process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of six (6) months.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION:  A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information, and driving record may be required for this position.

For further information about this recruitment, please contact Sam Maynard by e-mail at sam.maynard@ventura.org or by telephone at (805) 677-5323.

YOUR BENEFITS AS A COUNTY OF VENTURA EMPLOYEE
Service Employees International Union (LOCAL 721)
(SEIU)
 
In addition to your annual salary, the County of Ventura offers you an extensive benefits package, including:
 
FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PROGRAM: Employees can allocate the County's non-taxable biweekly contribution among several benefit options. Employees regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more biweekly receive a Credit Allowance of $397.00. Employees regularly scheduled to work 40–59 hours biweekly receive a Credit Allowance of $278.00.
 
     Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans for you and your dependents. Current premium amounts can be found on the Benefits website (http://ceo.countyofventura.org/benefits).
 
     Flexible Spending Accounts which increase your spending power by reimbursing you with pre-taxed dollars for IRS approved dependent care and health care expenses.
 
     Pre-tax Salary Reduction available if the costs for the benefit options you select exceed the County's contribution. This saves you taxes by lowering your taxable income.
 
     Cash added to your biweekly taxable pay, depending on the selection you have made.
 
Employees in Optimum Census Staffing positions receive medical coverage under the Ventura County Health Care Plan, and earn limited benefits such as vacation and sick leave.
 
EMPLOYEE HEALTH SERVICES CLINIC: Available to you for treatment of minor illness or injury.
 
10 PAID HOLIDAYS: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and one 8-hour floating holiday. Holiday time is pro-rated for permanent part-time employees.
 
PAID VACATION: 14 days earned each year, increasing in increments after 5 years of service to 24 days per year after 15 years of service. You may accumulate up to 400 hours. You may redeem a portion of the accrual annually, after 10 years of service. You will be paid the value of your accrued credits upon retirement or termination. Earned vacation hours are pro-rated for permanent part-time employees.
 
PAID SICK LEAVE: 80.08 hours earned per year. You may accrue up to 800 hours and will be reimbursed annually for 25% of the number of hours over the maximum. A cash payment of 25% of unused hours will be made if you retire or terminate with more than 10 years of service. Earned sick leave hours are pro-rated for permanent part-time employees.
 
MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT: You receive mileage reimbursement at the standard rate established by the Internal Revenue Service for each mile driven on County business.
 
UNIFORM PROVIDED: The County will provide uniforms or uniform allowance when required.
 
TEXTBOOK AND TUITION: When courses have been satisfactorily completed, the County will reimburse you to a maximum of $900 per fiscal year for tuition and books for off-duty, job-related courses. Other maximums apply to Exempt employees, Nursing Care Coordinators, and Clinical Coordinators. This benefit is prorated for part-time employees.
 
EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE: The County may provide up to a 5% incentive pay for educational attainment if not specifically required by your job. You may only receive one form of incentive pay or premium pay and will receive that which provides the greatest incentive.
 
DEFERRED COMPENSATION PROGRAM: You may choose to contribute to one or both of the County's deferred compensation plans (established under Internal Revenue Code Sections 401(k) and 457). If you participate in the County sponsored 401(k) plan, the County will match a part of your contribution up to 1.75% of your salary, on a pay period basis. You must be regularly scheduled to work at least 40 hours each pay period to be eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan. These plans enable you to build long-term savings while deferring current federal and state income taxes. In addition to pre-tax contributions, you are also able to make after-tax contributions through the Roth option available in the 457 plan.
 
RETIREMENT/SOCIAL SECURITY: Both the County and you contribute to the County's Retirement Plan and Social Security. The County picks up part of your retirement and Social Security contribution. Benefits vest after 5 years. Compensation for retirement purposes includes all cash compensation excluding overtime, plus Flexible Benefits contribution and retirement contribution pick up. Employees hired to work less than 64 hours biweekly participate in a Safe Harbor retirement plan in lieu of VCERA and Social Security.
 
STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE (SDI):   This program provides weekly benefits in the event of short term disability. Premiums are automatically deducted from your pay.
 
OPTIONAL WAGE SUPPLEMENT PLAN: You may purchase short-term disability coverage in weekly benefit amounts of $45 or $80. You must be regularly scheduled to work 40 hours or more each pay period to participate, and must enroll within 90 days of employment).
 
DEATH BENEFIT: Your department will provide a $1,000 death benefit payable to your designated beneficiary in the event of your death if you are enrolled in the Flexible Benefits Program.
 
OPTIONAL GROUP LIFE INSURANCE: If you are a regular County employee with a regular work schedule of at least 40 hours per pay period you may purchase term life insurance coverage for either $10,000 or one times your annual base salary, without evidence of insurability, if you enroll within your first 90 days of eligibility. You may also be eligible to purchase term life insurance at group rates for two or three times your annual salary, subject to evidence of insurability. Dependents life insurance is also available for employees who purchase optional life insurance coverage.
 
OTHER BENEFITS: The County also offers an Employee Assistance Program, a Wellness Program, and a Work/Family Program which includes child care and elder care referrals.
 
This Summary is informational only, and cannot modify or affect your benefits in any way, nor shall you accrue any rights because of a statement or omission from this Summary. Please note that Optimum Census Employees and Per Diem Pool employees are only eligible for limited benefits. Please refer to Plan Brochures and Memorandum of Agreement for details.

Links to SEIU Memorandum of Agreement 2016-2019  Professional Classifications

Union Codes: UPA, UPC, UPE, UPH, UPI, UPJ, UPT, UWS

01
Some vacancies for ADTS II are considered intermittent. Intermittent employees are people employed for intermittent/temporary work on a day-to-day basis who are compensated on an hourly basis. Are you willing to work as an intermittent employee?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Do you have a current valid Alcohol and Drug Counseling Certification (AOD) from a State of California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs-approved certifying organization? If yes, please indicate the particulars in the Certificates and Licenses portion of your application.
  • Yes
  • No
03
Which of the following valid State of California licenses do you currently possess:
  • LCSW
  • MFT
  • Psychologist
  • None of the above
04
If you do not possess AOD counselor certification by a State of California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs-approved certifying organization, but are registered to obtain this certification, please indicate the date of your initial registration. If you are already certified or have not registered, please state, "N/A."
05
Describe your experience performing individual and group counseling for alcohol and other drug abuse. Please give examples including institution/employer name and time period. If you do not have this type of experience, please state, "No experience."
06
Are you bilingual (English/Spanish)?
  • Yes
  • No

* Required Question

Employer
Ventura County
Address
800 S. Victoria Avenue
LOC. #1970
Ventura, Florida, 93009
Phone
(805) 654-5129

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