Jail-Based Substance Use Counselor

Coconino County Arizona; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation/Annual Leave

Health Care Insurance

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Group Life Insurance

Pre-Tax Deduction Plan

Sick Leave Conversion Plan

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Wellness Program

Job summary

Coconino County is seeking a qualified Substance Abuse Education and Case Management Specialist to support jail inmates in the EXODUS program. You will teach, assess needs, and help develop tailored case plans while coordinating services and maintaining confidential records.

The role requires strong group facilitation, interview, and documentation skills, with bilingual English/Spanish or English/Navajo preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field and one year of relevant experience; OR
• Associate's degree in related field and two years of relevant experience; OR
• Any combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Must successfully pass a background investigation and polygraph test.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish and/or English/Navajo preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teaches and trains participants in a group setting.
• Facilitates group meetings and discussions.
• Interviews and elicits pertinent information from inmates applying to the EXODUS program.
• Conducts comprehensive assessments with inmates to identify strengths and areas of need.
• Interprets rules and regulations regarding inmate eligibility for EXODUS program.
• Works with clients to develop individualized case plans, including specific goals and success strategies.
• Supports inmates in meeting short and long term goals.
• Provides follow-up and case plan review and revision as needed.
• Provides referrals and coordinates services with other agencies.
• Prepares and maintains confidential client and program records.

Skills

Group facilitation

Case management

Interviewing techniques

Assessment

Verbal and written communication

Bilingual in English/Spanish or Navajo

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Associate's degree in related field

Job description

Coconino County is seeking a qualified Substance Abuse Education and Case Management Specialist to support jail inmates in the EXODUS program. You will teach, assess needs, and help develop tailored case plans while coordinating services and maintaining confidential records.

The role requires strong group facilitation, interview, and documentation skills, with bilingual English/Spanish or English/Navajo preferred.