DEFINITION:
Under direction organizes, develops, and directs the operation of a narcotics clinic for the purpose of rehabilitating drug abusers through diagnostic and psychiatric treatment, counseling and guidance and other restorative techniques; does related work as required.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustration purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Establishes a work schedule for interviewing of abusers by psychiatrists, clinic psychologists and Psychiatric Social Workers
Formulates methods of increasing the effectiveness of the work of the staff by participating in meeting and conferences.
Assists in interviewing abusers, relative and friends of abusers in order to educate those concerned with the problems and seriousness of drug addictions and seeks the immediate cooperation and coordination of friends and relatives in order to facilitate the rehabilitative process.
Arranges entry of abusers to rehabilitative institutions.
Directs the receiving of food, clothing and shelter for abusers or family.
Through the use of private and government sources arranges job placement for rehabilitated abusers.
Acts as consultant to the community in matters concerning drug abuse.
Gives lectures to public and private groups on the problems, treatments, laws and rehabilitation of the abuser.
Directs the preparation and maintenance of individual case histories of all abusers - criminal and non criminal.
Prepares and directs the preparation of reports
Responsible for the preparation of departmental budget
Coordinates and cooperates with law enforcement, parole, probation, religions and other public and private agencies relative to the rehabilitation of the abuser.
Directs the establishment and maintenance of necessary records and files.
Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
REQUIREMENTS:
NOTE: Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience.
Nine (9) years of professional experience in social work, two (2) years of which shall have been in psychiatric social work and two (2) years of supervisory experience in social work.
OR
Eight (8) years of professional experience in psychiatric social work, two (2) years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.
OR
Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and five (5) years of professional experience in social work, two (2) years of which shall have been in psychiatric social work and two (2) years of supervisory experience in social work.
OR
Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and four (4) years of professional experience in psychiatric social work, two (2) years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.
OR
Possession of a master's degree in social work from an accredited college or university; and three (3) years of professional experience in social work, two (2) years of which shall have been in psychiatric social work and two (2) years of supervisory experience in social work.
OR
Possession of a master's degree in social work from an accredited college or university; and two (2) years of professional experience in psychiatric social work, two (2) years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.
NOTE: \"Professional experience\" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.
LICENSE:
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in NJ only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of approved practices and methods used in dealing with drug abusers for rehabilitation purposes.
Knowledge of local/state/federal laws and regulations concerning drug abuse.
Knowledge of techniques used in administration of records.
Knowledge of psychological and social problems of and drug dependent persons.
Knowledge drugs on the body and human behavior.
Knowledge of techniques used to collect/analyze factual information on clients to draw sound conclusions for appropriate actions and client relations.
Knowledge of problems involved in dealing constructively with personality disorders, social behavior, and social relationships caused by dependency on drugs.
Ability to organize assigned work, analyze problems, and develop effective work methods.
Ability to give proper assignment and instruction to counselors and other staff, and supervise performance of their work.
Ability to make effective use of available funds, personnel, equipment, materials, supplies, and space.
Ability to conduct presentations before professional and community groups, and the general public concerning problems/programs in the alcoholism field.
Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative statistical and other reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Ability to supervise the establishment and maintenance of records and files.
Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
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Formulates methods of increasing the effectiveness of the work of the staff by participating in meeting and conferences.
Assists in interviewing abusers, relative and friends of abusers in order to educate those concerned with the problems and seriousness of drug addictions and seeks the immediate cooperation and coordination of friends and relatives in order to facilitate the rehabilitative process.
Arranges entry of abusers to rehabilitative institutions.
Directs the receiving of food, clothing and shelter for abusers or family.
Through the use of private and government sources arranges job placement for rehabilitated abusers.
Acts as consultant to the community in matters concerning drug abuse.
Gives lectures to public and private groups on the problems, treatments, laws and rehabilitation of the abuser.
Directs the preparation and maintenance of individual case histories of all abusers - criminal and non criminal.
Prepares and directs the preparation of reports
Responsible for the preparation of departmental budget
Coordinates and cooperates with law enforcement, parole, probation, religions and other public and private agencies relative to the rehabilitation of the abuser.
Directs the establishment and maintenance of necessary records and files.
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Knowledge of psychological and social problems of and drug dependent persons.
Knowledge drugs on the body and human behavior.
Knowledge of techniques used to collect/analyze factual information on clients to draw sound conclusions for appropriate actions and client relations.
Knowledge of problems involved in dealing constructively with personality disorders, social behavior, and social relationships caused by dependency on drugs.
Ability to organize assigned work, analyze problems, and develop effective work methods.
Ability to give proper assignment and instruction to counselors and other staff, and supervise performance of their work.
Ability to make effective use of available funds, personnel, equipment, materials, supplies, and space.
Ability to conduct presentations before professional and community groups, and the general public concerning problems/programs in the alcoholism field.
Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative statistical and other reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Ability to supervise the establishment and maintenance of records and files.
Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
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