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Substance Use Disorder Program Specialist 3 -

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) Development Disabilities Administration (DDA) is seeking a Program Specialist 3 (PS3). This is a shared position across the Centers of Civil and Forensic Excellence at Western State Hospital, working with patients who are committed under RCWs 10.77 and 71.05. They serve as ancillary, supportive treatment staff to a multidisciplinary team when patient matters of emotional, psychological, and/or physical concerns arise as a result of the patient’s substance use/substance use history.

This position directly reports to the Substance Use Disorder Manager, and when necessary to their designated backup, either of which fall under the Director of Treatment Services. This position is under the leadership organization of the Gage Chief Clinical Officer.

Join us on our mission to Transform Lives!

Some of what you will do:

• Utilizes evidence-based interventions (i.e., individual and or groups) that are consistent with state law and the Washington Administrative Code (WAC) to assist in the treatment and promotion of wellness and recovery toward the patients’ treatment goal(s).
• Ensures patients receive substance use disorder assessments (diagnostic and treatment) to clarify potential diagnoses and ascertain the level of services patients need upon discharge using evidence-based methods.
• Works with Behavioral Health Organizations to facilitate access to appropriate substance use disorder services.
• Collaborates and consults with treatment teams for treatment planning as it pertains to the specific substance-related needs the patient must mitigate/alleviate to reduce their risk of relapse upon reintegration into the community.

What we’re looking for:

• Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) or Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee (SUDP-T) with Agency Affiliated Counselor License
  
• Verbal and written communication effectiveness
• Ability to ensure and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Computer expertise
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in the content of work produced
• Ability to work independently, multitask and prioritize workload
• Ability to evaluate and compare written data and observations; speak and write effectively

The most competitive applicants will have:

• Bachelor's Degree AND two years of experience including planning, policy analysis, and coordination and consultation with a variety of public and private agencies, organizations, and/or levels of government.
  
• Professional-level experience may be substituted for education on an equal basis.
  
• Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) or Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee (SUDP-T)

Our Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) mission to Transform Lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s mission that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Questions? Contact grant.grady@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number 05749

Employees of the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Any offer of employment is contingent upon verification of your vaccine status. Please note medical or religious accommodation may be available once an offer of employment is made.

Supplemental Information

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

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