Correctional Addiction Counselor - Behavioral Health Impact

Sdsoybean; Springfield (SD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring incentive $5,000

Job summary

Department of Corrections – Behavioral Health in Springfield, SD is hiring a full-time Substance Use Disorder Counselor. You will provide formal and informal assessments, counseling, and clinical interventions to offenders, with a focus on diagnostic evaluations and treatment planning.

A $5,000 hiring incentive is available, though current and previous state employees do not qualify. The role requires strong communication, organization, and time-management skills, and involves working within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.
• Valid state licensure as Addiction Counselor or CAC preferred, ACT considered.
• Experience in corrections or forensic settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Screen, assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for offenders.
• Provide individual and group counseling and psychoeducation.
• Maintain accurate offender behavioral health records and documentation.
• Coordinate care and referrals within the correctional system.

Skills

Counseling techniques

Group counseling

Individual counseling

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Documentation & record-keeping

Education

Bachelor's degree in alcohol and drug abuse studies, counseling, psychology or related field

Job description

Department of Corrections – Behavioral Health in Springfield, SD is hiring a full-time Substance Use Disorder Counselor. You will provide formal and informal assessments, counseling, and clinical interventions to offenders, with a focus on diagnostic evaluations and treatment planning.

A $5,000 hiring incentive is available, though current and previous state employees do not qualify. The role requires strong communication, organization, and time-management skills, and involves working within a