Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 2 - SCI Mahanoy

Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 2

• SCI Mahanoy Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $63,301.00
• $96,225.00 Annually dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Frackville 301 Grey Line Drive (Show on map) May 11, 2026 Salary $63,301.00
• $96,225.

00 Annually Location Schuylkill County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number

CS-2026-49015-38430

Department Department of Corrections Division CR MAH Trmt Srvs Opening Date 05/11/2026 Closing Date 5/25/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 38430 Position Number Multiple positions may be filled from this posting. Union SEIU Local 668 Bargaining Unit F4 Pay Group ST07 Bureau / Division Code 00114650 Bureau / Division State Correctional Institution at Mahanoy/Treatment Services Worksite Address 301 Grey Line Drive City Frackville, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17931 Contact Name Yen Le Contact Phone 717.705.5614 Contact Email hole@pa.gov

THE POSITION

As a Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 2 with the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Mahanoy, you will play an important part in helping inmates overcome addiction challenges. Your counseling and guidance will support their progress through structured treatment programs. You will make a positive impact each day by encouraging responsible choices and personal development. This is your opportunity to influence lives in a meaningful and rewarding way-apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on providing counseling, casework, and treatment services to inmates who are working to overcome substance use issues. The role supports therapeutic programming, assessments, and coordination with internal and external service partners. As a Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 2, you will perform the following duties:

Program Facilitation:

Lead therapeutic community and outpatient groups that promote cognitive and behavioral change

Case Management:

Maintain treatment plans, charts, and files to support counseling and program participation

Counseling Services:

Provide individual and group counseling while coordinating with community and correctional resources

Assessment Work:

Conduct assessments for inmates in need and develop recommendations based on policy guidance

Recovery Support:

Oversee voluntary peer recovery meetings and manage participant enrollment and attendance

Training Guidance:

Offer guidance to new staff and participate in required training to maintain professional skills Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 40 hours per week Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday

• Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.

Telework:

You will not have the option to telework in this position.

Salary:

Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $63,301.00 (before taxes). You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

One year of para-professional and one year of professional experience providing drug and alcohol counseling services directly to clients in a social work setting; and certification by the PA Chemical Abuse Certification Board as a "Certified Addictions Counselor"; or One year of experience as a Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Two years of professional experience providing drug and alcohol counseling services directly to clients in a social work setting; and a bachelor's degree that includes 18 credits in the behavioral sciences; or One year of professional experience providing drug and alcohol counseling services directly to clients in a social work setting and a master's degree with major coursework in addictions science, psychology or social work; or An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes 18 college credits in the behavioral sciences.

Other Requirements:

Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required. You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement:

You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements. Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rights must apply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered. How to

Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S.

• 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs.

To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.