SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR

The GEO Group, Inc.; Los Lunas (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor in Los Lunas, New Mexico. This role involves developing and conducting educational programs regarding drug and alcohol abuse as well as providing individual and group counseling sessions.

Successful candidates will uphold excellent communication skills and possess an Associate degree in a related field, along with necessary certifications. Benefits include health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Psychology, Sociology, or Human Relations required.
• LADAC or LSAA certifications required or pending.
• Professional interaction in counseling settings is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and organize educational programs on substance abuse.
• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions.
• Maintain knowledge of new developments in substance abuse.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Knowledge of 12 Step Program

Counseling skills

Education

Associate degree in behavioral science

LADAC or LSAA certification

Job description

Benefits Information

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities

The Substance Abuse Counselor assists in developing, organizing, and conducting programs to provide education for conditions and problems relating to drug and alcohol abuse. The Substance Abuse Counselor conducts or assists in conducting individual or group counseling sessions and programs.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• The Substance Abuse Counselor provides relevant substance abuse information for class curriculum.
• Facilitates and co‑facilitates didactic educational presentations, group counseling, and individual counseling sessions.
• The Substance Abuse Counselor selects and recommends new instructional materials and programs for use in the substance abuse program.
• Maintains knowledge of new developments in the field of substance abuse.
• The Substance Abuse Counselor maintains a collegian relationship with other substance abuse professionals, programs, and associations.
• Completes required testing, assessment, and psychosocial history on incoming residents as required.
• The Substance Abuse Counselor participates in related training for substance abuse.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in a behavioral science field such as Psychology, Sociology or Human Relations.
• Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (LADAC) certified OR
• Licensed Substance Abuse Associate certification (LSAA) is required, subject to approval.
  • A waiver can be granted if the individual is currently working on acquiring the certification.
• Preference given to experience within a correctional setting.
• Working knowledge of the Twelve Step Program of Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner in both individual and group counseling settings.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with a team of professionals and have the ability to implement team strategy approaches to work assignments.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.