Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation Specialist - Caldwell
The Mission of the Idaho Department of Correction is to create a model correctional system that provides equitable access to programming and opportunities that reflect a community experience, foster connections, and restore victims of crime.
Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation Specialists provide professional rehabilitation consultation in the treatment of adult probationers who have documented histories of drug and/or alcohol abuse in an intensive programming environment by administering the GAIN-I screening instrument and facilitating groups.
The Idaho Department of Correction has an opening for a Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Specialist (DARS) for Probation and Parole in Caldwell, Idaho. This announcement will be used to fill DARS vacancies within the next six (6) months in Caldwell and surrounding areas. If you wish to be considered for the current vacancy you must apply under this announcement. Previous scores will not be used. Hiring lists for full-time or part-time positions may be created from open competitive, IDOC Department Promotional and/or Statewide promotional applicants.
Work may require daily travel within a geographic area of the state and irregular work schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
BENEFITS:
- Excellent low-cost Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Participation in one of the nation's best state retirement systems PERSI Retirement
- Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start
- 11 paid holidays a year
- Multiple savings plans, including an optional 401k & Deferred Compensation plans
- Group Life Insurance/Disability Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
- Benefits Summary
Examples Of Essential Duties:
- Conduct initial intake interviews with clients and collateral contacts to obtain background data and social information
- Group Facilitation and coordination of care within IDOC and with external programs
- Administer GAIN assessments and prepare GRRS reports within assigned deadlines (District offices only)
- Coordinate statewide service authorizations and assist in policy and program development (central office only)
- Participate with community groups and other public agencies in developing program needs and problem-solving techniques
Minimum Qualifications
- Good knowledge of Drug & Alcohol treatment course work and experience to include: performing client assessments; performing case management; developing and implementing treatment plans; and monitoring client behaviors.
- Computer proficiency for data entry, electronic mail, composing reports and letters, and storing and retrieving documents
- Willing to work non-traditional hours (evening hours up to 10 p.m. and/or weekends) in a correctional facility and/or Probation and Parole district office providing program facilitation and case management services to offenders
- Meet IDAPA 16.07.17 guidance before beginning employment. This includes the following minimal licensure, or eligibility for licensure, within 90 days of hire: Substance Use Disorder Associate (SUDA), Idaho Student of Addiction Studies (ISAS), or Certified Drug/Alcohol Counselor (CADC), Advanced Certified Alcohol/Drug Counselor, Master Addictions Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Physician Assistant, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Psychologist, or Physician.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Some knowledge of the criminal justice system
- Certification in GAIN-I screening instruments
HIRING INFORMATION:
To be hired, candidates will have a history and background supportive of department's goals and hiring will be subject to:
- Completing a Background Investigation Questionnaire and pre-employment drug test
- Having a federal and state criminal background check to include fingerprints
- Having a history of law-abiding behavior
- Felonies, misdemeanors, illegal drug usage, DUIs, adverse driving convictions and adverse employment history may make you ineligible for employment.
- Having close friends or relatives under IDOC care & custody may also make you ineligible for employment
Non-hiring restrictions are in place for candidates who:
- Have been convicted of Domestic Violence or similar types of violent behaviors
- Have an "other than honorable", bad conduct or dishonorable discharge from military service
- Currently are using, dealing or are associated with illegal drugs
- Have close friends or relatives under IDOC care & custody where the vacancy exists
- Are currently under IDOC supervision or probation (must be released from IDOC supervision or probation for at least one year
Thank you for your interest in employment with Idaho Department of Correction!
OVERTIME NOTICE:
At the discretion of the appointing authority, compensatory time off may be provided in lieu of overtime cash compensation.
Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability. If you need special accommodations to satisfy testing requirements, please contact the Division of Human Resources at (208) 334-2263.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.