Substance Use Counselor — Corrections Health

Alpharus Health; Maryville (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer 3

18 PTO days per year

9 paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

CEU/eLearning and supervision

Job summary

Alpharus Health seeks a Substance Use Counselor in Maryville, MO. This full-time role involves conducting comprehensive assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and delivering individual and group counseling within a correctional healthcare setting.

Requirements include a high school diploma/GED, MAADC certification with possibility to obtain MSAPCB within 6 months, and ability to obtain Missouri DOC clearance. Compensation includes hourly pay with annual merit increases.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Missouri Alcohol Drug Counselor (MAADC) certification required; MSAPCB certification within 6 months preferred.
• Must obtain Missouri Department of Corrections clearance.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive assessments of clients' substance abuse history and treatment requirements, and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide individual and group counseling and may facilitate didactic groups.
• Document treatment and discharge plans, progress and responses to treatment; maintain related records.
• Perform case management and contribute to client care monitoring.

Skills

Counseling

Case management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

MAADC certification

MSAPCB certification within 6 months

Job description

Alpharus Health seeks a Substance Use Counselor in Maryville, MO. This full-time role involves conducting comprehensive assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and delivering individual and group counseling within a correctional healthcare setting.

Requirements include a high school diploma/GED, MAADC certification with possibility to obtain MSAPCB within 6 months, and ability to obtain Missouri DOC clearance. Compensation includes hourly pay with annual merit increases.