Counselor I - Probation
- Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Life Insurance , Retirement
- Full-Time
*** Set Free was voted Best Workplace in Alaska 2022-2023 ***
Job summary:
Are you a Counselor that is passionate about helping those that are facing challenges due to addiction and/or incarceration? This may be the job for you! Join our award-winning team as we endeavor to bring hope and lasting change. The Counselor I team member provides direct services within the Palmer Adult Probation Office and various Alaska Department of Corrections institutions in-person and via telehealth.
Benefits:
- Insurance
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- Short Term Disability
- 401k with 3% match
- Paid Time Off
- Continuing Education Stipend
- MTA Discount
- Tuition Assistance
Job summary:
The Counselor I will Provide direct services within the Palmer Adult Probation Office and various Alaska Department of Corrections institutions in-person and via telehealth.
Qualifications:
Required:
- The ability to acquire Chemical Dependency Counselor II or QAP equivalent certification within 3 years of date of hire
- Ability to pass a drug screening and State of Alaska background check (no felony charges)
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree in human services or closely related field
- Experience in substance abuse or mental health field including:
- Delivering direct therapeutic services
- Direct service documentation
- Crisis intervention skills
- Peer Support or Case Management planning and clinical team participation
Skills required:
- Ability to:
- Build rapport with clients and staff
- Utilize tools such as DSM 5 and ASAM with clients
- Establish and maintain clear therapeutic boundaries
- Work as a team member including accepting and providing supervision
- Work independently while self-directing daily productivity
- Great written and verbal communication skills
- Punctuality reporting to work and in delivery of direct services
- Basic computer skills including internet navigation and fluid use of electronic communication tools
Job responsibilities:
- Coordinating care across criminal justice and SUD health systems utilizing a multi-disciplinary approach
- Provide Substance Use Disorder assessments utilizing DSM-V and ASAM best practices
- Support clients as they find and engage in the assessed treatment
- Identify and provide referrals that address any barriers to successful re-entry, including:
- Coordination of public assistance benefits as appropriate
- Coordination of safe, sober housing
- Help with job readiness and seeking employment
Supervision:
- Counselor I will receive direct supervision from the Program Manager
Address
Set Free Alaska
Wasilla, AKIndustry
Healthcare
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