Correctional Substance Abuse Counselor

WestCare Inc; Sheridan (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

WestCare Sheridan Correctional Center is seeking a qualified professional to provide a variety of substance abuse programs for clients in the program. Key duties include completing client assessments, motivating participation, developing service plans, leading treatment groups, supporting self-help groups, maintaining confidential records, and submitting weekly client data.

Qualifications require CADC certification or progress toward it within two years, a high school diploma minimum, and a

Qualifications

• Master's or bachelor's degree preferred; high school diploma required.
• CADC certification process or active certification favored.
• Knowledge of offender populations and correctional settings.
• Strong organizational, time management, and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete client assessments using required tools.
• Motivate participation through engagement and counseling.
• Develop comprehensive service plans with client input.
• Lead treatment groups and support self-help activities.
• Maintain confidential client records and weekly data entry.
• Participate in required staff trainings and development.
• Adhere to ethical standards and confidentiality regulations.

Skills

Client assessment

Counseling

Documentation

Time management

Communication

Bilingual

Education

Master's or bachelor's degree

High school diploma required

Tools

EHR usage

Job description

WestCare Sheridan Correctional Center is seeking a qualified professional to provide a variety of substance abuse programs for clients in the program. Key duties include completing client assessments, motivating participation, developing service plans, leading treatment groups, supporting self-help groups, maintaining confidential records, and submitting weekly client data.

Qualifications require CADC certification or progress toward it within two years, a high school diploma minimum, and a