Residential Substance Abuse Counselor (SBIRT/ASAM)

The Salvation Army Southern California; Palmer (AK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Clitheroe Center/ADOC SATS Program in Alaska seeks a SATS Counselor to manage a caseload, facilitate groups, and follow an approved treatment curriculum under the SATS Coordinator. This full-time role focuses on SBIRT, ASAM assessments, and coordinated referrals.

The position requires Alaska state Counselor Technician certification, knowledge of addiction treatment, and ability to obtain CDCI within one year.

Qualifications

• Alaska Counselor Technician certification is required.
• Knowledge of Substance Related and Addictive Disorders and its treatment.
• Experience consistent with Alaska State Certification CDCI; CDCII preferred.
• Able to obtain Alaska CDCI within one year from date of hire.
• Must have Alaska State Counselor Technician certification or equivalent.
• Must pass ADOC background check and PREA screening.

Responsibilities

• Conduct SBIRT and ASAM assessments, orientation with new clients, development of treatment plans, referrals and reentry planning as needed.
• Facilitate groups addressing chemical dependency, substance abuse issues, co-occurring disorders, criminal thinking errors per approved curriculum.
• Monitor client progress toward treatment goals and curriculum work.
• Complete documentation timely and in contract compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Skills

Counseling skills

Group counseling

Individual counseling

Crisis intervention

SBIRT & ASAM

Cultural competence

Documentation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Alaska Counselor Technician certification

CDCI certification

CDCI eligible within 1 year

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, facilitate groups, and follow an approved treatment curriculum under the SATS Coordinator. This full-time role focuses on SBIRT, ASAM assessments, and coordinated referrals.

The position requires Alaska state Counselor Technician certification, knowledge of addiction treatment, and ability to obtain CDCI within one year.