Correctional Substance Use Counselor – Aftercare Focus

Wexford Health Sources, Inc.; Grants (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance review

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) with company match

Short-term disability insurance

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is seeking a Substance Use Counselor in Grants, NM, to provide essential services for individuals with substance use disorders in a correctional setting. This role involves assessing patient needs, delivering evidence-based counseling, and coordinating care with community services upon release.

Ideal candidates will hold a Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling, have a current licensure, and a minimum of two years of addiction treatment experience. Generous benefits include comprehensive health insurance and a robust paid-time-off program.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as LISAC, LASAC, or LSAT, with LISAC preferred.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Minimum of two years in addiction treatment counseling preferred.
• At least one year of correctional experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assess new arrivals for substance use disorders.
• Conduct triage and integrate care plans.
• Provide group therapy focused on addiction issues.
• Coordinate care with community providers upon release.

Skills

Addiction treatment counseling

Assessment skills

Psychoeducational group therapy

Interpersonal communication

Confidential record handling

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling

Tools

Electronic health record systems

Job description

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is seeking a Substance Use Counselor in Grants, NM, to provide essential services for individuals with substance use disorders in a correctional setting. This role involves assessing patient needs, delivering evidence-based counseling, and coordinating care with community services upon release.

Ideal candidates will hold a Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling, have a current licensure, and a minimum of two years of addiction treatment experience. Generous benefits include comprehensive health insurance and a robust paid-time-off program.