Substance Use Counselor: Corrections Impact

Alpharus Health; Polk City (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

403(b) Retirement

Disability & Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

PSLF

Paid Time Off

Company Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

E-learning & CEU

Clinical Supervision

Job summary

Alpharus Health is a national nonprofit behavioral health provider delivering substance use and mental health treatment for nearly 60 years. We focus on high quality clinical services and evidence-based treatments, with opportunities for professional growth and teamwork.

Join our corrections-focused behavioral health team and help patients build healthier lives while aligning with our mission. We offer a supportive culture and dedicated clinical supervision, along with comprehensive benefits and

Qualifications

• Candidates with a Bachelor's/Master's degree must have at least 6 months of professional experience in substance use or mental health counseling.
• Candidates with a PhD degree require 1 year of experience if degree is not in a related field.
• Associate degree holders need 4 years of professional experience in substance use or mental health counseling.
• H.S. diploma/GED requires 6 years of experience.
• Florida addiction counseling certifications (CAP/CCJAP/CAC) meet criteria.

Responsibilities

• Conducts client interviews to review substance use disorder and treatment history.
• Evaluates client response to treatment and helps modify treatment plans and goals.
• Provides didactic group counseling including psychoeducation and family education.
• Delivers individual counseling and educational programs addressing relapse prevention and behavior change.
• Maintains caseload under supervision and follows state/contract requirements.
• Coordinates discharge plans with aftercare referrals and supervises as needed.
• Collects and maintains treatment records to ensure compliance.

Skills

Active listening

Communication skills

Caseload management

Crisis intervention

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in related field

PhD in related field

Associate degree + 4+ years experience

High School Diploma + 6 years experience

Florida certifications (CAP, CCJAP, CAC)

Job description

Alpharus Health is a national nonprofit behavioral health provider delivering substance use and mental health treatment for nearly 60 years. We focus on high quality clinical services and evidence-based treatments, with opportunities for professional growth and teamwork.

Join our corrections-focused behavioral health team and help patients build healthier lives while aligning with our mission. We offer a supportive culture and dedicated clinical supervision, along with comprehensive benefits and