Correctional Substance Abuse Counselor

WestCare Foundation, Inc.; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 25.000 - 30.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

WestCare Foundation, Inc. seeks a full-time counselor to deliver substance abuse programs at Sheridan Correctional Center. The role focuses on engaging clients, conducting assessments, and developing service plans within the therapeutic community framework.

The position requires high school diploma and CADC licensure (or plan to obtain within two years), plus strong organizational and communication skills for daily group sessions and documentation.

Qualifikationen

• CADC certification required or in progress within two years of employment.
• Must obtain CADC licensure within two years and complete required supervision.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work in a correctional setting.

Aufgaben

• Assess clients using required tools and develop service plans with goals.
• Provide daily treatment and education groups on TC concepts, relapse prevention, and stages of change.
• Maintain confidential client records and assist with data entry and documentation.

Kenntnisse

Strong computer skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Ausbildung

Masters or Bachelor's degree preferred

High school diploma or equivalent required

Jobbeschreibung

WestCare Foundation, Inc. seeks a full-time counselor to deliver substance abuse programs at Sheridan Correctional Center. The role focuses on engaging clients, conducting assessments, and developing service plans within the therapeutic community framework.

The position requires high school diploma and CADC licensure (or plan to obtain within two years), plus strong organizational and communication skills for daily group sessions and documentation.