Correctional Counselor: Lead Evidence-Based Groups

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k with company match

Discounts

Job summary

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking a Counselor to provide psychoeducation and evidence-based treatment to offenders in a correctional setting, following the approved curriculum and completing required documentation.

The role includes facilitating groups daily, prioritizing tasks, arriving on time, and coordinating with SCSD personnel to ensure smooth operation; a bachelor’s degree and relevant certifications are preferred, with background checks and drug screening.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, criminal justice education or closely related field is required.
• CADC, LADC II or other comparable certification/license or equivalent experience with substance use treatment groups/services preferred.
• Experience working with justice-involved individuals and/or in a correctional setting preferred.
• Knowledge of SUD/MAT population and experience working with justice-involved individuals in a correctional setting.
• Staff must be able to pass extensive background check and pass drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Providing psychoeducation and evidence-based treatment to offenders according to the approved curriculum and completing all required documentation in the case record (OMS).
• Facilitating 2-3 groups daily, based on current scheduling.
• Demonstrating the ability to prioritize tasks and responsibilities and complete duties in the allotted time.
• Arriving for work on time and adhering to the program’s attendance policies.
• Working cooperatively with SCSD personnel to ensure smooth operation and coordination of the program.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services, criminal justice education or closely related field

Job description

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking a Counselor to provide psychoeducation and evidence-based treatment to offenders in a correctional setting, following the approved curriculum and completing required documentation.

The role includes facilitating groups daily, prioritizing tasks, arriving on time, and coordinating with SCSD personnel to ensure smooth operation; a bachelor’s degree and relevant certifications are preferred, with background checks and drug screening.