Alcoholism therapists provide treatment for clients experiencing a broad range of emotional, psychological and/or physical problems directly or indirectly related to alcohol use. Alcoholism Therapists utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities in the treatment of clients.

Under general supervision, provide professional alcohol treatment to individuals, families and/or groups, and participate in preventive health care activities.

First-level class of series. These positions are distinguished by functioning under general supervision of a higher-level qualified professional.

Conduct diagnostic evaluations;

Develop treatment plan; provide individual, family and/or group therapy counseling;

Provide crises intervention services to clients and/or family members;

Provide consultation and education to individuals, community groups, agencies or institutions and participate in community activities;

Plan and implement training programs for other health care professionals regarding diagnosis, treatment and prevention of alcohol-related health problems;

Serve as Alcoholism Therapist and/or case manager on health care team advising physicians, nurses, psychologists, social workers and others regarding appropriate treatment for clients;

Prepare reports, summaries, progress notes, etc., as part of the medical record;

Participate in research projects, grant writing or other special projects;

Recommend and monitor use of medications used in alcoholism treatment;

May participate in the design and management of preventive health care and alcoholism prevention programs;

May assist in supervision of volunteers, students and support staff;

Perform related duties as required.

There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.

Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law.

Bachelor's Degree, and two years of experience in the direct delivery of professional alcohol therapy; OR Master's Degree in a social or behavioral science, public health, nursing, or related field to include training in alcoholism counseling/therapy. Completion of a college/university alcohol studies program can be substituted for one year of experience. Additional professional-level experience may be substituted for education on an equal basis.

New Class: 2-19-81
New class code, formerly 6118, effective July 1, 2007.

Revised Legal Requirements; effective June 6, 2024, due to adopted legislative action.