Dual Diagnosis Counselor - Goose Creek Correctional

Salvation Army Careers • Wasilla, AK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Dual Diagnosis Counselor works in The Salvation Army Clitheroe Center’s Alaska Department of Corrections SATS Program at Goose Creek Correctional. Reporting to the SATS Coordinator, the counselor maintains a caseload, facilitates groups and meetings, and serves as a rational authority within the program milieu. The role follows approved treatment curriculum and meets ADOC SATS contract obligations, including completing Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) and ASAM-based assessments.

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week, non-exempt position. The contract is expected to run from approximately July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with optional renewals at the State’s discretion through June 30, 2029. The position’s continuation depends on successful renewal of the contract. The work takes place in an office setting inside an Alaska Department of Corrections facility.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Behavioral Health Sciences or a related field, with two years of related experience.
• Knowledge of Substance Related and Addictive Disorders and their treatment.
• Extensive knowledge of DSM mental health diagnoses and their treatment.
• Experience consistent with Alaska State Certification Chemical Dependency Counselor I (CDCI) requirements.
• Ability to obtain Alaska State CDCI Certification within one year of hire.
• At minimum, an Alaska State Counselor Technician certificate or equivalent.
• Ability to pass ADOC background check and PREA screening; ADOC contract staff must also receive security clearance and complete required ADOC approvals, agreements, forms, and addendum before hire.
• Skills in group, individual, and family counseling; didactic presentations; case management; treatment planning; discharge planning; crisis prevention and intervention; clinical evaluation; screening and assessments; and documentation.
• Knowledge of and ability to complete SBIRT and ASAM assessments.
• Knowledge of cross-cultural issues and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment, maintain poise under pressure, and communicate with a wide range of personalities.
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills; attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to understand, follow, and give written and oral instructions; give presentations and speak publicly; and use speech and hearing for ordinary and telephone conversations.
• Ability to perform simple calculations and apply ratios and percentages in practical situations.
• Creativity, self-motivation, organization, flexibility, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and ASAM CONTINUUM; working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to learn new software with basic training.
• Completion of The Salvation Army’s online Sacred Boundaries and Protect the Mission course and successful completion of its employment background check.
• Ability to perform the position’s essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Preference for knowledge of the criminal personality.
• Chemical Dependency Clinical Counselor II (CDCII) certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a client caseload and facilitate groups and meetings.
• Serve as a rational authority within the program milieu and follow approved treatment curriculum and ADOC SATS contract requirements.
• Conduct SBIRT and ASAM integrated assessments, orient new clients, develop treatment plans, and provide referrals and reentry planning as needed.
• Facilitate groups addressing chemical dependency, substance abuse issues, co-occurring disorders, criminal personalities, and criminal thinking errors, following approved curriculum.
• Monitor clients’ compliance with treatment goals and assigned curriculum work.
• Complete documentation promptly and in compliance with contract requirements.
• Perform other reasonably related duties assigned by the immediate supervisor or management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level