Correctional Addiction Counselor - Impactful Care & Growth

Gateway Foundation; Fulton (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life & AD&D insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

CEU access

Job summary

Alpharus Health in Fulton, MO, is hiring Substance Use Counselors to perform assessments, provide individual and group counseling, and contribute to treatment planning within correctional healthcare settings.

The role offers a supportive training environment, with entry-level candidates able to obtain MAADC certification within 30 days; Gateway provides trainings, clinical supervision, and a clear path to professional growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Must obtain Missouri Alcohol Drug Counselor (MAADC) certification within 30 days; Gateway offers trainings and supervision.
• Must be able to obtain Missouri Department of Corrections clearance.

Responsibilities

• Completes comprehensive assessments of clients’ substance abuse history and treatment requirements, and develops individualized treatment plan.
• Provides individual and group counseling and may facilitate didactic groups.
• Documents treatment and discharge plans, and clients’ progress and responses to treatment; and maintains related records and charts.
• Performs case management and contributes to client care monitoring.

Skills

Counseling

Communication

Documentation

Case management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

MAADC certification within 30 days

Job description

Alpharus Health in Fulton, MO, is hiring Substance Use Counselors to perform assessments, provide individual and group counseling, and contribute to treatment planning within correctional healthcare settings.

The role offers a supportive training environment, with entry-level candidates able to obtain MAADC certification within 30 days; Gateway provides trainings, clinical supervision, and a clear path to professional growth.