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I. JOB SUMMARY
Performs complex administrative and supervisory program work. Work involves establishing program goals and objectives; developing program guidelines, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; developing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving program goals; evaluating program activities; coordinating program activities; and supervising the work of others. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
A. Plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates programs and services of the substance use program; oversees the preparation of and approves treatment plans; and oversees the development of programs, protocols, and methods.
B. Oversees special investigations and program analyses ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; develops and implements effective techniques for evaluating program services and operations; makes recommendations for improvement; and oversees staff conducting analyses to ensure programs are effective.
C. Establishes program goals and objectives; develops and implements program guidelines, procedures, policies, rules, and regulations; and oversees the preparation of program management and productivity reports.
D. Confers with staff on program issues and problems to identify and implement solutions; provides technical assistance in the program area; oversees case management to include the assessment of inmates for clinical and reentry needs; and prepares and oversees the preparation of substance use education and treatment services.
E. Supervises the work of others.
* Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.
III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education, Experience, and Training
1. Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
2. Four years full-time, wage-earning case management, criminal justice, substance use treatment, rehabilitative programming, or program administration experience. Thirty semester hours from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE) may be substituted for each year of experience.
3. Experience in the supervision of employees preferred.
4. Valid licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) by the Texas Department of State Health Services, current valid certification as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals, or current valid Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC) licensed to conduct counseling in a treatment environment preferred.
B. Knowledge and Skills
1. Knowledge of the principles and practices of program administration and management.
2. Knowledge of program evaluation methods.
3. Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes.
4. Knowledge of treatment approaches and modalities and related assessment methods preferred.
5. Knowledge of the principles of addiction treatment within correctional populations and settings preferred.
6. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred.
7. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
8. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public.
9. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
10. Skill in administrative problem-solving techniques.
11. Skill to gather, review, and analyze information and data.
12. Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand-alone or local area network environment.
13. Skill to prepare and maintain complex records and files in an automated system.
14. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent to include word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software programs.
15. Skill to supervise the work of others.
IV. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment.
B. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.
C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and automobile.
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