Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 2 - SCI Coal Township

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Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 2 - SCI Coal Township

Salary

$63,301.00 - $96,225.00 Annually

Location

Northumberland County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-41494-38430

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

CR COA Trmt Svcs

Opening Date

01/27/2026

Closing Date

2/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

38430

Position Number

00199739

Union

SEIU Local 668

Bargaining Unit

F4

Pay Group

ST07

Bureau / Division Code

00112450

Bureau / Division

State Correctional Institution at Coal Township

Worksite Address

1 Kelley Drive

City

Coal Township, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17866

Contact Name

Treina Brinkley

Contact Email

tbrinkley@pa.gov

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THE POSITION
Are you a motivated and organized individual with outstanding communication abilities, eager to join a team committed to assisting inmates in overcoming addiction and rebuilding their lives? The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) Coal Township is seeking passionate candidates for the role of Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 2. This is a remarkable opportunity to elevate your career while making a significant impact within Pennsylvania's correctional system. Embrace the chance to contribute meaningfully and return home each day knowing you have made a difference—do not let this opportunity pass you by!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will be responsible for delivering therapeutic drug and alcohol services to inmates, patients, or residents interested in educational and treatment programs. Your duties will include facilitating drug and alcohol education classes, conducting both group and individual counseling sessions, and gathering relevant information to assist individuals in changing their attitudes and behaviors. You will act as a liaison with community-based drug and alcohol programs and provide counseling to inmates, patients, or residents and their families. Additionally, you will mentor and train new or less experienced Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialists, students, and volunteers. Your work will involve preparing detailed case histories, participating in parole and discharge planning, and assisting individuals in adapting to institutional life, all while adhering to established regulations and policies, with oversight from a supervisor through discussions.Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time employment, 40 hours per weekWork hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $63,301 (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
QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements: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); orOne year of para-professional and one year of professional