Correctional Substance Use Counselor II

Pueblo Community College; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits (PERA)

Health and dental plans

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement and training

Job summary

State of Colorado is seeking a Social Work/Counselor II to deliver substance use disorder services to inmates at Denver Correctional Complex, under clinical supervision. The role includes assessments, treatment planning and collaboration with mental health professionals to ensure comprehensive care.

Responsibilities cover crisis intervention, documentation, and coordination with staff to maintain continuity of care while adhering to professional standards within correctional settings.

Qualifications

• Current, valid Colorado license or candidate in one of the listed fields.
• Licensure must be in good standing and applicable for behavioral health services.

Responsibilities

• Provide substance use and co-occurring disorder treatment under clinical supervision.
• Collaborate with mental health professionals to address co-occurring issues.
• Serve as consultant to unit staff on assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Document inmate behavioral health care accurately in records and information systems.
• Provide crisis intervention and ensure continuity of care across units and facilities.

Skills

Direct behavioral health care

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

Colorado licensure (LSW/LCSW/LPCC/LMFTC/ADDC)

Job description

State of Colorado is seeking a Social Work/Counselor II to deliver substance use disorder services to inmates at Denver Correctional Complex, under clinical supervision. The role includes assessments, treatment planning and collaboration with mental health professionals to ensure comprehensive care.

Responsibilities cover crisis intervention, documentation, and coordination with staff to maintain continuity of care while adhering to professional standards within correctional settings.