Substance Use Disorder Professional, Program Specialist 4- SARU

The Substance Use Disorder Professional, Program Specialist 4- SARU will work in the capacity as a licensed Substance Use Disorder Professional or Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee, providing all clinical elements in DOC Substance Use Disorder Treatment services in accordance with the ASAM Criteria Manual, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition (DSM-5), and the Washington State Administrative Code (WAC’s).

• Provide, depending on the needs of the facility and direction by the Substance Abuse Recovery Unit Administrator or designee, level 3.5 Evidenced Based Substance Use Disorder Therapeutic Community (TC) Treatment Program, level 2.5 High Intensity Outpatient and 2.1 Intensive Outpatient to incarcerated individuals according to Washington Administrative Code (WAC), DOC Policy and ASAM Criteria.
• Independently conduct Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5th Edition (DSM-5) Substance Use Disorder Assessments utilizing DOC 14-040 Substance Use Disorder Assessment.

• Ability to work independently and within a team while exercising good judgement and promoting positive working relationships with incarcerated individuals, staff, and stakeholders.
• Certification as a Substance Use Disorder Professional (initial and continuous unencumbered licensure in Washington State).

• Health insurance
• 401k matching
• Flight privileges

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the role of licensed Substance Use Disorder Professional or Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee, for the Coyote Ridge Corrections Center (CRCC) located in Connell, WA just outside of the Tri Cities.