Correctional Substance Use Counselor

Alpharus Health; Port Wentworth Junction (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Alpharus Health is seeking a Substance Use Counselor to deliver care in a correctional healthcare setting, conducting client interviews and developing individualized treatment plans. The role includes group counseling, relapse prevention education, and coordination of discharge and aftercare with supervisors’ oversight.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a helping field, counseling experience, and state certification/licensure eligibility within 30 months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a helping profession required.
• Some counseling experience preferred.
• Must obtain state certifications/licensures within 30 months of service start.
• Must be able to obtain Georgia Department of Corrections clearance to work in a correctional facility.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client interviews and assessments of substance use history and treatment.
• Evaluate treatment response and modify plans; manage caseloads and individualized goals.
• Provide didactic group counseling, psychoeducation, and family education to support peer recovery.
• Deliver individual counseling and educational sessions addressing relapse prevention and pro-social skills.
• Maintain case load up to 25 clients per state/contract requirements.
• Coordinate discharge planning and aftercare and link to referrals.
• Collect and maintain treatment records to ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Counseling

Interpersonal skills

Client interviewing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a helping profession

Certification/licensure eligibility within 30 months (GACA/NAADAC/ICRC/CCS)

Job description

Alpharus Health is seeking a Substance Use Counselor to deliver care in a correctional healthcare setting, conducting client interviews and developing individualized treatment plans. The role includes group counseling, relapse prevention education, and coordination of discharge and aftercare with supervisors’ oversight.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a helping field, counseling experience, and state certification/licensure eligibility within 30 months.