Dedicated In-Prison Substance Abuse Counselor I

Amity Foundation; California (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid vacation, sick time, holidays

401K, HSA, Life insurance

Social justice and community action

Community-oriented workplace

Job summary

Amity Foundation is seeking a Registered/Certified Substance Abuse Counselor I to deliver face-to-face rehabilitative programming in ISUDT within a state prison. This full-time, non-exempt position focuses on facilitating evidence-based classes, casework, and progress documentation.

You will collaborate with prison staff, ensure participant safety and confidentiality, and maintain professional standards while supporting inmates’ rehabilitation goals.

Qualifications

• Understanding of substance abuse causes and effects across behavioral, psychological, physical and social dimensions.
• Knowledge of ISUDTP contractual requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate CBI classes using evidence-based curricula.
• Conduct classes and individual sessions to develop release prevention/action plans.
• Evaluate and document participants progress in classes.
• Document delivery of CBI programming in ARMS.
• Engage participants daily and reinforce group norms and participation expectations.
• Collaborate with CDCR/CCHCS headquarters, local institutions, and contracted staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Contractor.

Skills

Understanding of causes, symptoms, and

ISUDTP contractual requirements

Interpersonal communication

MS Office ARMS knowledge

Professional ethics

Confidentiality principles

Participant health and safety

Education

AOD certification within 5 years

Tools

MS Office Suite

ARMS

Job description

Amity Foundation is seeking a Registered/Certified Substance Abuse Counselor I to deliver face-to-face rehabilitative programming in ISUDT within a state prison. This full-time, non-exempt position focuses on facilitating evidence-based classes, casework, and progress documentation.

You will collaborate with prison staff, ensure participant safety and confidentiality, and maintain professional standards while supporting inmates’ rehabilitation goals.