Substance Abuse Correctional Counselor Supervisor

In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening.  You must specify your qualifications on your application. 

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BEFORE YOU APPLY: 

• Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.  
• Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting. 
• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. 
• Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. 
• Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State.  Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov. 
• Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. 
• Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

 

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• Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).   
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• The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.  
• Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

 

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Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Rachel Allsop at Rachel.Allsop@ct.gov.

 

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In a Department of Correction facility or community setting this class is accountable for supervising the counseling and classification function of an inmate treatment program.

• Supervises assigned and adjunct staff including orientation, training, counseling, evaluation and discipline in accordance with departmental standards;
• Determines priorities and assigns unit duties, oversees and reviews results for accuracy, effectiveness and consistent application of policies and procedures;
• Provides staff training and assistance;
• Conducts performance evaluations;
• Studies, analyzes and evaluates tasks performed by staff; 
• Ensures appropriate case management including screening of eligible inmates for programs;
• Researches, organizes, plans and directs inmate counseling and classification program including supervision of records function and staff;
• Coordinates activities with parole and community services system;
• Organizes and develops admission and pre-release orientation programs;
• Serves as executive officer of Classification Committee;
• Participates on interdisciplinary teams;
• Counsels individual inmates with difficult problems;
• Works collaboratively and acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures;
• Interprets institution and its programs to interested lay and professional groups;
• Maintains records and prepares reports and correspondence;
• Facilitates in-service training for inmates and staff;
• May provide administrative and clinical supervision for substance abuse staff;
• May direct administrative and clinical team meetings;
• May participate in and/or supervise special programs (Community Release, addiction services, etc.);
• May physically restrain inmates, quell disturbances and otherwise assist custodial forces;
• May supervise staff in multiple geographical locations;
• Performs related duties as required.

• Considerable knowledge of
  • relevant agency policies and procedures; 
  • relevant state and federal laws, statutes, and regulations;
  • case work methods and techniques and current correctional practices including inmate classification systems and parole practices;
  • individual and social factors contributing to delinquency and crime;
  • counseling principles and techniques;
  • welfare resources;
• Knowledge of substance abuse and current correctional treatment practices;
• Considerable
  • interpersonal skills;
  • oral and written communication skills;
• Considerable ability to plan and organize a case work program;
• Ability to utilize computer software;
• Supervisory ability.

Seven (7) years of experience in social case work, counseling, probation or parole.

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in correctional treatment services.

• College training in counseling, criminal justice, psychology, sociology or social work may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
• A Master's degree in counseling, criminal justice, psychology, sociology or social work may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
• One (1) year of experience as a Correctional Counselor or Correctional Substance Abuse Counselor may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.

• Experience managing confidential staff information with discretion and professionalism.
• Experience making informed decisions under high-pressure or crisis situations.
• Experience providing clear, detailed written communication (letters, email, reports).
• Experience collaborating and fostering a positive working relationships inter-departmentally.
• Experience building teams and problem resolution.
• Experience in Programs and Treatment, including group facilitation and medication assisted treatment (MAT).
• Experience in Addictions Treatment

In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.

• Incumbents in this class must have general good health, be free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness and possess and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance and visual and auditory acuity required to perform all the duties of the class.
• A comprehensive medical examination, including a controlled substance screening, may be required of applicants.

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some danger of injury or assault by inmates.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.