Job Class: Chemical Dependency Program Assistant

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 10/05/2022
• Closing Date: 10/18/2022
• Hiring Agency: Department of Human Services
• Division/Unit: Direct Care and Treatment / Mental Health and Substance Abuse Treatment Services
• Work Shift: Rotating (day/evening) OR Night
• Work Hours: 6:45 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. / 2:45 p.m. - 11:15 p.m. (rotating) OR 11 p.m. - 7 a.m. (night)
• Days of Work: Varies
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $20.41 - $26.89 /hourly
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME
• Work Area: CARE Willmar
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Connect 700 Program Eligible: Yes

Candidates may be eligible for a hiring bonus of up to $2,500!

This posting may be used to fill multiple part-time vacancies. Available shifts may include rotating (day/evening) or night shift.

Community Addiction Recovery Enterprise (CARE) in Willmar has an opening for Chemical Dependency Program Assistants to join a team dedicated to helping people on the road to recovery. These team members assist in the delivery of treatment programs, coordinate documentation, and maintain all aspects of the counseling office, including training, equipment, supplies, and filing systems.

CARE provides inpatient and outpatient treatment for adults with substance abuse disorders. CARE Willmar specializes in the delivery of integrated dual-diagnosis treatment for co-occurring mental illness and chemical dependency. All services are person-centered, building on the individual's interests and capacity for growth, leading to a lifelong process of recovery.

Job duties include:

• Provide services to Community Addiction Recovery Enterprise clients consistent with procedures and standards.
• Design, develop and ensure implementation of a variety of programming to aid in the development of the client's growth and recovery.
• Lead groups of clients examining issues related to chemical dependency and daily living skills so that obstacles to treatment progress are identified and overcome.
• Document and verbally report so that accurate records are kept and continuum of care is provided.
• Complete intake process to ensure that the clients are admitted promptly, courteously and efficiently

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify, applicants must have all of the following:

• Knowledge of standard psychological tests sufficient to administer and score them for interpretation by professional staff.
• Knowledge of Alcoholics Anonymous principles sufficient to orient new clients to the program.
• Knowledge of treatment processes sufficient to read and assist with the implementation of individual treatment plans, explain program objectives to clients and facilitate group discussions.
• Ability to lead recreational activities for clients.
• Ability to read and write English sufficient to record client history and document client physical and behavioral information on medical charts.

Applicants must also:

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Maintain a valid driver's license.
• Sign a statement attesting that you have been free of chemical use problems for at least one year immediately preceding hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

Why Work For Us

You owe it to yourself to check out the exciting and rewarding careers available statewide in Direct Care and Treatment, the behavioral health care system operated by the Department of Human Services.

As a member of our team, you will help support patients and clients with intellectual disabilities, mental illness, chemical dependency and other behavioral health conditions. From doctors, nurses and other direct care staff to facility and operations positions to office and administrative support roles, we've got excellent opportunities at nearly 200 locations throughout Minnesota. Our mission-focused work positively impacts the lives of over 12,000 Minnesotans each year.

The meaningful career you've been waiting for is just a click away. Go ahead and do yourself a favor. Take the next step in your journey with #DCTcareers!

We invest in our employees by providing competitive compensation and excellent, comprehensive benefits including low cost medical, dental and vision insurance, employer-paid life insurance, pension and tax-deferred compensation plans, generous vacation and sick leave and 12 paid holidays each year. Many positions are eligible for a hiring bonus, tuition assistance, and even relocation expenses. For more information about #DCTcareers visit our website: https://mn.gov/dhs/dct-careers.

Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace. We do this by developing strong leaders and advocates, increasing cultural competence and understanding among all employees, and removing institutional barriers and attitudes that prevent employees from advancing as far as their talents will take them. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, familial status, receipt of public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or age.

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637.

For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

CERTAIN DISABLED VETERANS: Minnesota Statutes 2016, Section 43A.111 provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a noncompetitive basis if they: 1) meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%; 2) provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability; and 3) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting. To be considered under this legislation you must submit all documentation before the closing date to: caroline.dillon@state.mn.us.

Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Alfredo Contreras at alfredo.m.contreras@state.mn.us.

If you are a Connect 700 applicant, please email your certificate and the job posting ID# to Cassie Dillon at caroline.dillon@state.mn.us by the position close date.

If you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Human Services’ ADA Coordinator at 651-431-4945 or DHS_ADA@state.mn.us for assistance.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need.