Substance Use Counselor

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 68,770,000 - 83,097,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

13 Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Coverage

FSA

403(b) Retirement

Life & Disability Insurance

Education Support

Voluntary Benefits

EAP

Job summary

Healthcare Alternative Systems (HAS) seeks a Substance Use Counselor to deliver individual and group counseling in the Chicago area. Under supervision of the Program Manager, you will develop treatment plans, maintain progress notes, and liaise with related organizations to support recovery.

The role requires bilingual Spanish capabilities, CADC certification, ASAM criteria knowledge, and at least two years of substance abuse counseling experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social/Human Sciences preferred; HS diploma accepted.
• CADC certification in Illinois required or within 2060 guidelines.
• Minimum two years counseling experience in substance abuse; co-occurring preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish and knowledge of behavioral health regulations are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling weekly; minimum 22 direct hours.
• Develop, monitor, and review treatment plans; maintain progress notes.
• Communicate effectively with participants and link with related organizations.
• Conduct assessments using ASAM criteria and DSM-based diagnoses.
• Deliver DUI services as needed and perform random drug tests.
• Work off-site/community settings as required; maintain scheduling in EHR.
• Prepare and distribute weekly reports; participate in clinical staffing.
• Maintain accurate participant records and discharge plans.
• Coordinate with case workers and referral sources; provide monthly reports.
• Attend supervision and training; cover shifts as needed.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

ASAM criteria

DSM V diagnosis

DHS regulations (2060/2090)

IL DUI laws

MS Office

Excellent writing

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social/Human Sciences

CADC certification (Illinois)

2+ years counseling experience

Tools

MS Office Applications

EHR systems

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Western - Chicago, IL 60609

Salary Range: $24.00 - $29.00 Hourly

MISSION/VISION

Healthcare Alternative Systems (HAS) provides a continuum of multicultural and bilingual (English/Spanish) behavioral care and social services that empower individuals, families, and communities. HAS seeks to implement sustainable programs that benefit society by improving the well-being and recovery efforts of those individuals, families, and communities impacted by behavioral health problems. With eleven locations across the Chicagoland area, HAS provides services and resources to individuals at every stage in their behavioral/recovery journey so that they can be successful and become contributing members of their communities.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Substance Use Counselor provides individual and group counseling to participants, which includes presenting educational lectures, leading process groups, formulating and reviewing individualized treatment plans, and maintains progress notes. The Substance Use Counselor must be able to communicate effectively with participants and maintain linkage with related organizations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• MUST BE FLEXIBLE
• Provides a minimum of 22 hours of direct clinical services weekly.
• Implements program goals.
• Assists staff in clinical matters and responsibilities.
• Audits case files to ensure compliance with agency and DBHR standards.
• Conducts assessments using ASAM criteria for participants as assigned.
• Conducts groups and provides individual counseling.
• Conducts DUI services, as needed.
• Conducts random breathalyzers and drug tests for participants.
• Conducts services off-site and in the community, if applicable.
• Maintains a pre-schedule on the EHR showing service activities as well as groups and individuals sessions.
• Participates in weekly clinical staffing including presenting cases.
• Assists with compilation and distribution of weekly reports to Program Manager.
• Responsible for an assigned caseload, documentation including treatment plans, case review, progress notes, status reports, discharge plans and monitor progress and response of participant to treatment.
• Provides an initial individual orientation/warm hand off by phone with each new participant prior to the start of services.
• Completes documentation of participants in the clinical records daily.
• Contacts participant’s case worker/referral source within the first week of treatment.
• Provides each participant and referral source with a status report once a month.
• Provides referral sources to participants when needed.
• Maintains participant records in accordance with agency standards.
• Complies with agency policies and procedures.
• Participates in regular agency staff meetings and training.
• Participates in cross-training.
• Assist in coverage needs as requested.
• Participates in scheduled supervision meetings with clinical supervisor or manager.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Bilingual (Spanish).
• Must have a thorough knowledge of substance abuse and its modalities of treatment.
• Must have knowledge of ASAM criteria and DSM V diagnosis.
• Must have knowledge of DHS regulations (2060/2090) and CARF.
• Knowledge of Illinois DUI laws.
• Possess knowledge of mental illness and diagnosis, preferred.
• Knowledge of MS Office Applications.
• Must possess excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, be adaptable, organized, and a team player in a fast-paced and demanding work environment.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objective without supervision.
• Flexible to adapt to schedules and workload to the needs and demands of the program.
• Possession of a valid Driver’s License or State ID. and willingness to travel for employment.
• Have knowledge of evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing and CBT, DBT.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in the Social or Human Sciences of Social Work from a regionally accredited educational institution which has U.S. Department of Education approval, preferred. High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must have a CADC certified by Illinois Certification Board, Inc. or certified within current 2060 guidelines (2 years lifetime)
• Must have at least two (2) years of counseling experience in substance abuse and be co-occurring (mental health) certified, preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS

At HAS, we value our employees and offer a robust benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security. When you join our team, you’ll receive:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 13 Paid Holidays – Enjoy time off to rest and recharge
• Comprehensive Health Insurance – Affordable HMO, PPO, and HSA options through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Dental & Vision Coverage – Choose from HMO or PPO dental plans and vision coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)- Medical, dependent care and commuter
• Retirement Plan – 403(b)
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Education & Training Support - $200 dollars annual
• Voluntary Benefits
• EAP