Outpatient Substance Abuse Counselor (SBIRT/ASAM)

The Salvation Army Southern California; Wasilla (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Clitheroe Center/ADOC SATS Program in Alaska seeks a SATS Counselor to manage a caseload, conduct SBIRT and ASAM assessments, and facilitate groups under contract obligations. The role follows approved treatment curricula and requires thorough documentation within ADOC SATS requirements.

Qualifications include Alaska State Counselor Technician Certification, knowledge of substance-related disorders, and the ability to obtain CDCI within one year.

Qualifications

• Alaska State Counselor Technician Certification is required.
• Experience with substance-related disorders treatment is required.
• Able to obtain Alaska CDCI within one year from date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain caseload under SATS Coordinator guidance.
• Facilitate groups dealing with chemical dependency and related issues.
• Complete SBIRT and ASAM assessments per curriculum and contract obligations.
• Document timely and accurately per SATS requirements.

Skills

Counseling skills (group/individual)

SBIRT & ASAM Assessments

Cross-cultural awareness

Documentation

Organization & communication

Work with supervision

Education

Alaska State Counselor Technician Certification

CDCI/CDCI preferred

Tools

ASAM CONTINUUM

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

The Salvation Army Clitheroe Center/ADOC SATS Program in Alaska seeks a SATS Counselor to manage a caseload, conduct SBIRT and ASAM assessments, and facilitate groups under contract obligations. The role follows approved treatment curricula and requires thorough documentation within ADOC SATS requirements.

Qualifications include Alaska State Counselor Technician Certification, knowledge of substance-related disorders, and the ability to obtain CDCI within one year.