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- Address Room 201, Linn County Courthouse, PO Box 100, Albany, OR 97321
- Salary Offer 37.5
- Duration Seasonal
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The Linn County Department of Health Services is looking for qualified and committed professionals to serve as Addictions Specialist. These are Adolescent Treatment Team positions in the Alcohol & Drug Department. The position is dedicated to delivering comprehensive addictions and co-occurring mental illness treatment to youth and families in Linn County.
As an Addictions Specialist, you will be part of an interdisciplinary team of individual, group, and family therapy, and community-based interventions. You will have close coordination with referring agencies like Parole & Probation and DHS Child Welfare to treat youth with substance abuse disorders, co-occurring mental health disorders, and problem gambling. Case management, consultation, and community education are also included in the job to promote public awareness and recovery.
✅ Position Overview
- 📌 Position: Addictions Specialist (1, 2, or 3)
- 🏛️ Department: Alcohol & Drug Program, Linn County Health Services
- 📍 Location: Linn County, Oregon
- 💼 Job Type: Full-Time, SEIU Represented
- ⏰ Work Schedule: 37.5 hours per week
- 🌟 Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
- 🌐 Apply Online: Linn County Health Jobs
📚 Roles and Responsibilities
- Offer comprehensive drug use and co-occurring mental illness screenings.
- Develop and apply tailored treatment plans.
- Offer counseling and therapy to youth and families, such as parole youth and youth involved with child welfare services.
- Hold group therapy sessions to break addiction.
- Use case management to ensure continuity of care.
- Keep current client files and case files.
- Collaborate with community stakeholders to deliver coordinated service delivery.
- Offer community education and outreach on addiction and mental health problems.
- Attend staff meetings and contribute to program development.
- Go to community-based clinics as necessary
🎓 Minimum Qualifications
Addictions Specialist 1:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field
- Experience: At least 1 year of professional or practicum experience in addiction treatment
- Certification:
- Must possess or be eligible for Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CADC) – Level One in Oregon
- Candidates with significant experience but pending certification may be considered if certification is obtained within two years
- Salary Range: $4,684 – $5,975 per month
Addictions Specialist 2:
- Education: Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field
- Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of professional experience in addiction treatment or prevention
- Alternatively, 5 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree
- Certification:
- CADC – Level One for Master’s degree holders
- CADC – Level Two for Bachelor’s degree holders
- Salary Range: $5,161 – $6,587 per month
Addictions Specialist 3:
- Education: Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field
- Experience:
- 2 years of post-Master’s supervised experience
- 4 years of experience in addiction treatment (pre- or post-Master’s)
- Licensure:
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or CADC – Level Two
- Salary Range: $5,691 – $7,267 per month
🌟 Why Work at Linn County Health Services?
A job opening with Linn County Health Services provides the experience of being part of a caring, dynamic staff working for the greater good of children and families. The department strongly promotes collaborative care, evidence-based care, and wholism for families and individuals. They appreciate the work-life balance options, a good benefits package, and witnessing the difference their efforts create within the life of children and their families.
💼 Benefits and Compensation
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Affordable family plans
- Work/Life Balance: 37.5-hour workweek for a healthier lifestyle
- Paid Time Off:
- Vacation, Sick Leave, Bereavement Time
- 10.5 Paid Holidays
- Retirement Benefits:
- Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) – Fully paid by the county
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
- Additional Perks:
- County-paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Longevity Incentive for long-term commitment
For a detailed list of benefits, visit: Linn County Benefits
📝 How to Apply
- Submit your application online at: Linn County Health Jobs
- Alternative Submission: Visit the Linn County Board of Commissioner’s Office:
- Room 201, Linn County Courthouse, PO Box 100, Albany, OR 97321
- Additional Information: Application forms can also be obtained at the Oregon Employment Division Office in Albany.
🔗 Additional Information
- Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled
- Only candidates meeting the eligibility criteria will be contacted
- Linn County is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds
- For queries, contact Linn County Health Services
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- Addiction Specialist job opportunities Oregon
- Substance abuse counselor jobs Linn County
- Mental health and addiction support careers
- CADC and LPC job vacancies Oregon
- Linn County Health Department career openings
- Adolescent addiction treatment roles Oregon
