Substance Abuse Assessment Specialist

2 weeks ago

Gainesville, Georgia, United States Hall County Full time
Job Overview

POSITION SUMMARY:

This role is primarily responsible for conducting assessments related to drug and alcohol use for the Substance Abuse Services program. Responsibilities may also extend to performing substance use evaluations for participants involved in accountability court programs as necessary. Key tasks include the creation and maintenance of client records within the DENS database or any other systems employed by the organization. This position is tasked with conducting interviews and the referral process during initial client assessments to ascertain the required level of treatment as mandated by the courts, inputting statistical data into the computer database, and reporting these statistics to the Evaluations Supervisor.

KEY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Conducts court-mandated drug and alcohol evaluations and provides suitable treatment placement recommendations.
  • Supports accountability court programs with substance use evaluations as required.
  • Communicates information or documents to the Evaluations Supervisor via computer or scanning technology.
  • Gathers essential information to facilitate accurate offender assessments.
  • Creates, updates, and manages Substance Abuse Services offender records within the DENS database or other systems utilized by the organization.
  • Ensures confidentiality of all offender and office information in compliance with federal regulations.
  • May provide court testimony regarding assessment findings and treatment recommendations when required.
  • Assists with the check-in process for Substance Abuse Services evaluations.
  • Supports drug testing collection efforts as needed.
  • Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
  • Performs additional duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

A Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field is preferred. A background in addiction counseling is essential. Experience working with the criminal justice population is advantageous.

Certification as an addictions counselor or licensure in a related field is preferred.

Familiarity with HIPAA and Federal Confidentiality regulations is required.

Must demonstrate attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Licenses and Certifications:

Must maintain all relevant professional certifications.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

General understanding of County organizational structure and complex Treatment Services operations;

Proven proficiency in both oral and written communication;

Working knowledge of ASAM criteria and DSM-V;

Extensive experience in building effective working relationships with other departments and the public;

Demonstrated ability to foster and maintain positive customer relations;

Strong skills in operating personal computers, various software applications, the Internet, multimedia programs, and calculators.

ADA MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Physical Ability: Essential functions of this position require the ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing); operate a computer and other office equipment, such as calculators, copiers, and printers. Incumbents must be able to think analytically, manage stress and emotions, concentrate on tasks, remember names and details, observe and examine details, make decisions, and adapt to change. Incumbents must also be able to direct others, meet deadlines, stay organized, perform mathematical calculations, and use a keyboard/type.

Essential functions frequently require the ability to move about the office and transport items weighing up to 10 lbs.

Essential functions occasionally require bending, twisting, reaching overhead, pushing or pulling, and repetitive use of hands/arms/legs. Incumbents in this position may be required to be on-call and work irregular hours.

Sensory Requirements: Essential functions regularly require effective verbal and written communication skills and hand/eye coordination for equipment use.

Environmental Factors: Essential functions of this position require the ability to work collaboratively or independently.

This job description is intended to outline the primary responsibilities and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be asked to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks beyond those specified.

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