Counselor For Department Of Corrections

Please Note This shift is from 730AM-330PM M-F.

Community Medical Services (CMS) is urgently hiring a Substance Abuse Counselor to assist patients recovering from addictions to opioids and other illicit substances. Whether facilitating individual or group sessions, or assisting patients with treatment plans and coping strategies, your work will help foster a safe place for anyone looking to start their recovery journey with us.

This position is Hybrid. 3 days at the prison and 2 days remotely.

As you join our mission to help those suffering from substance use disorders reclaim their lives, expect to thrive in a comfortable, welcoming, and fun environment where you are valued for the work you do, championed by passionate leaders, and equipped with the tools and ongoing training you need to achieve your goals.

Along the way, we’ll invest in your well-being through a benefits package that includes

• Short and long-term disability insurance
• 401K retirement plan with match
• Paid sick, vacation, and holiday time
• Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee assistance program to support your mental health and wellness
• Tuition and CME reimbursement up to 100%
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Ongoing professional development

We’re looking for someone who

• Has experience working with multi-cultural and low socio-economic individuals.
• Is excited to work in an outpatient setting, much like a doctor’s office or behavioral health clinic.
• Enjoys a consistent schedule.

To thrive in this role, you must be able to

• Evaluate the effectiveness of treatment through the ongoing assessment of the client and his/her natural supports that may result in modification to the service plan.
• Maintain a thorough and comprehensive client record.
• Maintain a collegian relationship with other substance use professionals, programs, and associations.
• Maintain and apply knowledge of new developments in the field of substance use as required by specific state licensure.
• Conduct individual sessions, facilitate group counseling and didactic educational presentations.
• Coordinate care with other recovery and community-based service providers, engage in case management activity by sending referrals, completing documentation necessary to secure services, maintain chart compliance, etc.
• Include family and natural supports in the client’s treatment, per the client’s preference.
• Maintain and manage a caseload in compliance with regulatory standards and ratios.
• Assist in screening and coordinating primary care services for clients.
• Serve as the point of contact for coordination and communication with other systems where clinical knowledge of the case is crucial.
• Complete comprehensive behavioral health assessments and individualized treatment plans, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and unique client needs.

• Behavioral health experience preferred
• Master’s degree in Behavioral Science and active LICDC license
• Bachelor’s degree in Science and active LCDC III license
• Combination of one of the following education and licensure levels required

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