Re-Entry Specialist (Hybrid)

Alpharus Health; St. Louis (MO); Híbrido; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer 3

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Paid time off 18 days per year

9 paid holidays

Employee assistance programs

Clinical supervision

Resumo da oferta

Alpharus Health is seeking a Re-Entry Specialist (Hybrid) based in St. Louis, MO, with a focus on coordinating services for clients transitioning back into the community.

You will work across treatment teams and community partners to assess needs, arrange resources, and monitor progress in a dynamic correctional healthcare setting. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience, plus relevant counseling credentials and strong interpersonal skills to support

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, mental health counseling, or substance abuse counseling; 100 hours of clinical training.
• Two years in substance abuse field with case management experience.
• Current certification as an alcohol, drug, or substance abuse counselor as required by state.
• Advanced interpersonal skills to support clients through recovery; interact with family and external agencies.
• Analytical abilities to assess needs, resources, progress and prepare reports.
• Typing ability and working knowledge of word processing software to complete forms and reports.
• Valid local driver's license and being at least 21 years old.

Responsabilidades

• Conducts client social, financial, medical and environment status and needs assessment.
• Coordinates with treatment team and community agencies to obtain resources and services for recovery.
• Communicates with treatment team, supervisor, probation and parole officers, and agency representatives to plan and coordinate services.
• Performs case monitoring and completes case action forms and documentation.
• Serves as a resource to treatment staff in resolving client needs and reducing recidivism.
• Duties vary by Center assigned.

Conhecimentos

Advanced communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical abilities

Typing / word processing

Case management

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in psychology or social work

Counselor certification (alcohol/drug)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Re-Entry Specialist (Hybrid)

Post Date: Oct 22, 2026

Location: St. Louis, MO, US, 63132

Position Type: Full Time

Requisition Number: 34517

Work Schedule: 4 days remote, 1 day onsite (Monday-Friday, 8am-5p)

Who is Alpharus Health?

Alpharus Health is a national nonprofit behavioral health provider dedicated to helping people build healthier lives. For nearly 60 years, we have provided substance use and mental health treatment that helps individuals, families, and communities find healing, hope, and lasting wellbeing. Our mission is simple: We help people build healthier lives. By combining clinical expertise with a person-centered approach, we help people build the skills, resilience, and support systems needed to create meaningful, lasting change.

Why join us?

Consider joining our team, where your impact can be truly meaningful. Our organization focuses on delivering high quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. By joining our team, you'll be working for an organization that values you and aims to be an employer of choice. You can expect to be part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth. When you join us, you'll discover personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values.

We are honored to offer behavioral healthcare services in Corrections

Perks of working in correctional healthcare:

• Opportunity to make a positive impact on a marginalized population
• Exposure to diverse patient demographics
• Focus on driving change, tracking progress, and improving care
• Development of skills in a unique healthcare setting

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday during normal business hours, with a hybrid schedule of four remote days and one onsite day per week.

Location: Northeast Correctional Center 13698 Airport Rd, Bowling Green, MO 63334

Re-Entry Specialists are responsible for:

• Conducts client social, financial, medical and environment status and needs assessment.
• Works cooperatively with treatment team and various community agencies to obtain resources and services necessary to meet identified needs, and facilitate recovery and effective responses to treatment.
• Communicates with treatment team, supervisor, probation and parole officers, and agency representatives in order to plan and coordinate services, and relay information on clients' progress.
• Performs case monitoring, and completes case action forms and documentation.
• Serves as a resource to treatment staff in identifying and resolving case problems related to meeting client needs, obtaining available services and reducing recidivism.
• Duties vary by Center assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Advanced communication skills; and demonstrated knowledge of principles and practices of public welfare and social services; at a level normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, mental health counseling, or substance abuse counseling; or equivalent education and life experience, with a minimum of 100 hours documented clinical training in counseling theory and practice.
• Ability to perform assessment of client needs and responses to treatments, and provide intensive case management services for some complex cases, with minimal supervision and direction; and knowledge of community organizations and resources; at a level normally acquired through two years prior experience in substance abuse field, with concurrent case management experience.
• Current certification or qualification as an alcohol, drug, or substance abuse counselor as required by relevant agency, association, board or commission in State of employment location.
• Advanced interpersonal skills necessary to encourage and support clients through often difficult phases of recovery; interact effectively with family members; and develop and maintain effective contacts with outside agencies and referral sources or services.
• Analytical abilities necessary to conduct comprehensive assessments identify client needs and available resources, provide comprehensive case management, and complete progress evaluations and related reports.
• Typing ability and working knowledge of word processing software in order to complete required forms, reports and correspondence.
• Valid local driver's license, and at least 21 years of age.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to communicate with others in order to exchange information and provide case management services.
• Ability to record and proofread information on forms and charts.
• Ability to respond to telephones calls and hear speech.
• Ability to use a keyboard and computer monitor to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and data on a regular basis.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely, and remain alert to traffic signs and conditions.

Benefits at Apharus Health:

Health and Wellness:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiums
• Employee assistance programs focused on mental health

Financial Wellbeing:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match
• Short-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Alpharus
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Flexibility and Time Off:

• 18 paid time off days per year - accrual rates increase with years of service
• 9 paid company holidays
• Work-life-balance

Personal Development:

• Training & Development Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar year
• eLearning access to online courses that provide CEU's and job-related training
• Clinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidance

Alpharus Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.

Nearest Major Market: St Louis