City Of New York

Substance Misuse Supervisor

City Of New York$75K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in physical, biological, environmental science, or public health required; Ph.D. preferred for higher levels.
  • One year supervisory or research experience for Level II; three years for Level I with master's degree.
  • Equivalent education or experience may substitute for specific requirements.
  • Minimum of two years of relevant research experience mandatory, regardless of degree level.
  • Experience can include work as a City Research Scientist Level I.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research and manage projects in physical, biological, and environmental sciences.
  • Oversee and mentor junior research staff, providing guidance and support.
  • Ensure compliance with governmental and institutional research standards.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for integrated research strategies.
  • Prepare and present detailed reports on research findings and methodologies.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities available to enhance skillsets.
  • Possibility of career advancement into higher assignment levels within the organization.
  • Comprehensive health benefits, including medical and dental coverages.
  • Flexible work schedules may be available to accommodate personal needs.
Full Job Description
DOC seeks to recruit a Supervisor of Substance Misuse Program assigned to the Counseling Services Unit. Under direction of the Executive Director of Counseling Services Unit, the Supervisor will provide direct oversight of 4 Substance Misuse Counselors. They will monitor identification and enrollment process from the enhanced supervision housing unit and other maximum-security housing units with substance misuse needs. They will supervise comprehensive assessment process and monitor the development of individualized recovery plans, ensuring they are tailored to everyone's needs, strengths, and challenges. They will coordinate with Correctional Health Services to provide integrated care for individuals participating in Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). They will develop and oversee the peer support program and supervise the establishment and ongoing operation of a peer support program. They will implement and oversee incentive and reward system, supervise staff in the fair and consistent application of the incentive system, ensuring it promotes positive behaviors and supports long-term recovery. They will ensure compliance with the institutional and legal standards. They will evaluate program effectiveness. The individuals who will be serviced is inclusive of all genders, and both the adult and emergent adult (18-21) populations. Additional typical duties for this position include but are not limited to: -Ensure staff are maintaining professional and therapeutic boundaries during daily interactions with individuals in custody. -Conduct regular check-ins to evaluate the quality of engagement, ensuring effective communication and addressing any concerns or incidents that arise. -Supervise the proper implementation of rehabilitative and behavioral modification programs, ensuring they are tailored to individual needs and aligned with institutional policies. -Oversee staff responses during crisis situations to ensure proper protocols are followed, and interventions are handled efficiently and empathetically. -Provide guidance on managing complex or high-risk cases, offering support and training where necessary. -Monitor the facilitation and coordination of family interventions within the facility, ensuring clear communication with family members and that the interventions are aligned with treatment goals. -Ensure all outreach efforts are documented and that resources are utilized effectively to support positive behavioral changes for individuals in custody. -Provide regular professional development opportunities to keep staff updated on best practices in addiction treatment and behavioral health. -Review training materials and ensure staff are using evidence-based techniques to teach coping strategies and recovery tools. -Regularly audit progress notes and treatment plans to track the progress of individuals in custody and ensure continuous care. -Lead regular case review meetings, ensuring collaborative discussions between staff to address complex cases, share insights, and coordinate care. -Conduct performance evaluations for team members, providing constructive feedback and setting goals for professional growth -Work in a multidisciplinary team with uniformed correctional staff and providers to achieve rehabilitative program goals -Respond alongside uniformed correctional staff to manage incidents in designated housing areas to ensure safety and security -Perform related duties as assigned. CITY RESEARCH SCIENTIST - 21744 Qualifications 1. For Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health) A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health. To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have: 1. A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or 2. A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or 3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in "2" above. Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in "1" and "2" above. NOTE: Probationary Period Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.

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