COORDINATOR
OF ALCOHOLISM SERVICES 2731
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
Under supervision, an employee in this class plans, develops and coordinates a program servicing substance abusers and their families. This coordinated effort involves a continuous contact with all public and private community agencies and services that are concerned about or involved in the treatment of substance abuse. Supervision is exercised over substance abuse counselors. Performs related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Initiates
an integrated program through liaison, consultation, and training services with
representatives of community substance abuse services and agencies;
Develops a register of
persons known to be afflicted with the problems of substance abuse;
Provides supervision to
professional staff members at treatment centers;
Serves as a liaison to
the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services as well as
to the inpatient treatment services for substance abusers in the State
hospitals located in
Develops in-service
training programs and seminars for the staff members regarding the care and
treatment of substance abusers;
May develop, prepare and
submit grant applications for additional programs and services to fill the gap
between existing resources and unmet needs;
Ensures proper billing
procedures are implemented and maintained;
Oversees the preparation
of statistical reports.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL
CHARACTERISTICS
Thorough
knowledge of mental health and substance abuse treatment and services and the
related role of prevention and control; thorough
knowledge of all Federal, State and local programs and laws related to the care
and treatment of substance abusers; thorough knowledge of the policies and
programs existing within the Suffolk County area; knowledge of practices and
techniques of community mental health education; ability to maintain an
effective working relationship with all community services and agencies;
ability to supervise personnel in a manner conducive to full performance and
high morale; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and
in writing; ability to effectively use all means of communications media;
physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPEN
COMPETITIVE
Graduation from a New
York State or Regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's
Degree, and three (3) years of experience providing substance abuse services, one (1) year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
Candidates must meet one of the
following at the time of appointment and maintain the requirement throughout
employment in the title:
a) Possession of a current certification as a Credentialed
Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) issued by the New York State Office
of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services in accordance with Article 19 of the Mental
Hygiene Law or a comparable credential, certificate or license from another
recognized certifying body as determined by the Office;
b) License and current
registration through the New York State Education Department as a certified
social worker, nurse practitioner, occupational therapist, physician, registered
professional nurse, psychologist, or physician's assistant whose practice is in
conformity with Section 3701 of the Public Health Law;
c) Certification as a rehabilitation counselor by the Commission of
Rehabilitation Counselor Certification;
d) Certification as an accredited
family therapist by the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
(AAMFT).
e) Certification as a therapeutic recreation therapist from the
National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification.
R 03/14/08
Competitive