DRUG AND ALCOHOL COMMUNITY COORDINATOR I                                         2704

 

 

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, an employee in this class does outreach work in developing community contacts to introduce the services of a drug and alcohol counseling program to potential clients.  The employee implements a community- oriented program designed to provide counseling services for youthful drug and alcohol abusers, establishes and maintains contacts with schools, civic associa­tions and government agencies, and makes contacts with the target population in formal and informal settings. The incumbent exercises initiative and indepen­dent judgment in carrying out the work, which is reviewed through reports and conferences.  Does related work as required.

 

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

            Establishes and maintains an outreach network with potential clients, and with civic, educational, and governmental organizations, institutions and agencies;

            Conducts education and information sessions with clients;

            May interview, screen, and advise clients with drug and alcohol related problems;

            Refers clients to other agencies in accordance with individual needs;

            Assists clients in utilizing services to which they have been referred;

            Staffs storefront "drop in center" facilities;

            Supervises and/or accompanies client groups in activities organized as alternatives to drug and alcohol abuse.

 

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of the social, educational and familial problems associated with drug and alcohol abuse by youth; good knowledge of the resources available for the treatment and care of youthful drug and alcohol abusers; working knowl­edge of the techniques of group counseling and community organization; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and community agencies; ability to adapt to varying field situations and to exercise initiative, tact and good judgment in dealing with clients in a drug and alcohol counseling program; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

            OPEN COMPETITIVE

            Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by New York State with a Bachelor's Degree, and one (1) year of experience in an organized program dealing with drug and/or alcohol abuse, as a counselor, educator or in a similar capacity.

 

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid New York State driver's license at the time of appointment; appointees must maintain a valid license throughout their employ­ment in this title.

 

 

 

R 2/5/85

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

RR1/27/03