What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Services Addictions Specialist 1 - Prevention Program position at Linn County Department of Health Services?
Alcohol & Drug Department (Classification 711, 712, 713)
SEIU Represented Full-Time position (37.5 hours/week)
Position Open for an Addictions Specialist 1, 2, or 3
Addictions Specialist 1: $4,848-$6,184 Depending on Qualifications
Addictions Specialist 2: $5,342-$6,818 Depending on Qualifications
Addictions Specialist 3: $5,890-$7,521 Depending on Qualifications
This position is open until filled.
First review of applications will be on February 10, 2026. Any applications received after February 10 will be reviewed and considered as needed, and this posting may close at any time after that date.
Linn County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field is required. Professional or supervised practicum-level experience of at least one year in providing addiction treatment is required. Any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience, education and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the work described may be acceptable. Classification as an Addictions Specialist 1, in addition to the requirements listed in the Job Summary above requires (for clinical positions) Oregon certification as a Certified Prevention Specialist. Exceptions to this can be made for otherwise qualified candidates, with more than the minimum professional experience, who register for certification and demonstrate the ability to be successfully certified within two years of starting employment.
Addictions Specialist 2:
Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field is required. Three years professional or supervised practicum-level experience (pre- or post-Master’s degree) in providing addiction treatment services (for clinical positions) or in providing prevention services (for prevention positions) is required. Any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience, education and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the work described may be acceptable, including a bachelor’s degree with five years’ experience in addiction treatment (for clinical positions) or in prevention (for prevention positions). Classification as an Addictions Specialist 2, in addition to the requirements listed in the Job Summary above requires (for clinical positions) Oregon certification as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor - Level One for clinicians with a master’s degree or a Certified Prevention Specialist for clinicians with a Bachelor’s degree.
Addictions Specialist 3:
Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field is required. Two years post-Master’s Degree supervised experience in a similar position, and four years supervised experience (pre- or post-Master’s degree) in addiction treatment. Classification as an Addictions Specialist 3, in addition to the requirements listed in the Job Summary above requires Oregon licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor or a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Licenses Clinical Social Worker, or certification as a Certified Prevention Specialist.
Must be able to pass a criminal history check and possess or obtain a valid Oregon driver's license with an acceptable driving record that meets the County's requirements.
This is a non-supervisory position. Lead work and coordination of work of others is not a typical function assigned to this position. Incumbents in this position may provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel.
Linn County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Salary : $4,848 - $6,184