Justice Center Chemical Dependency Counselor
About The Position
Justice Center Chemical Dependency Counselor – Full-Time Location: Wayne County Jail Starting Pay: $50,000 (based on education, licensure, and experience) Sign-On Bonus: $3,000 (25% paid at 90 days, 25% at 6 months, 50% at 1 year) Be the Reason Someone Finds Hope At OneEighty , we restore dignity, reimagine potential, and rebuild lives. We believe there are always more reasons to hope than to fear or despair—and you can be part of that change. We’re seeking a Justice Center Chemical Dependency Counselor to provide direct substance abuse and mental health services within a jail setting. This is a full-time opportunity to make a meaningful impact on justice-involved individuals through counseling, crisis support, and care coordination.
Requirements
- Master’s degree (or enrollment in a master’s program) in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field
- Licensure in Ohio or license eligibility
- Experience or training in trauma, crisis intervention, diagnosis and treatment of substance use disorders and related mental health issues
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries and relationships within a correctional setting
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Valid Ohio driver’s license and insurable driving record
- Eligibility for NPI and Ohio Medicaid billing
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic health records
- Two years of continuous sobriety if in recovery
Nice To Haves
- Experience in correctional, forensic, or community mental health
- Training in suicide assessment and crisis de-escalation
Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group counseling
- Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans
- Deliver trauma-informed care and crisis intervention
- Collaborate with correctional and clinical staff
- Coordinate post-release care for continuity of services
Benefits
- Generous PTO: 17 days/year + 88 hours of holiday time
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Federal Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
- Flexible work arrangements (where applicable)
- Employee recognition programs, and more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
