PCC - RSATS Counselor

The Salvation Army Southern California•Palmer, AK

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Salvation Army is seeking a PCC - RSATS Counselor for the Clitheroe Center/ADOC SATS Program. This is a full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the SATS Coordinator. The role involves maintaining a caseload, facilitating groups and staff meetings, and adhering to approved treatment curricula and ADOC SATS contract obligations. Responsibilities include conducting screenings, brief interventions, referrals to treatment (SBIRT), and ASAM-based assessments for clients. The position is contingent upon the successful renewal of the contract with the State.

Requirements

An Alaska State Counselor Technician Certification is required.
Knowledgeable of Substance Related and Addictive Disorders and its treatment.
Experience consistent with the requirements for Alaska State Certification Chemical Dependency Counselor I (CDCI).
Able to obtain Alaska State CDCI Certification within one year from date of hire.
Must at minimum have an Alaska State Counselor Technician certificate or its equivalent.
Must be able to pass ADOC background check and PREA screening.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and ASAM CONTINUUM required.
Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.
Must be able to understand, follow and give both written and oral instructions and be able to give presentations and be comfortable with public speaking.
The employee must be able to use speech and hearing for ordinary and telephone conversation.
Must be able to perform simple calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) and apply concepts such as ratios and percentages in practical situations.
Must complete the online course for Sacred Boundaries and Protect the Mission and pass the Background Check required by The Salvation Army for employment.
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on intermittent or continuous basis.
Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead.
Ability to operate a telephone.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
Ability to access and produce information from a computer.
Ability to understand written information.
Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
Must be approved by the ADOC project manager.
Required to pass a ADOC background check.
Required to complete a PREA screening.
Required to receive a Security Clearance.
Agreed to the ADOC Code of Ethical Conduct 202.01a.
Agree to the ADOC Standards of Conduct 202.15a.
Complete an ACOMS form and agreement.
Submit a Criminal Justice Information Services Addendum prior to their hire.

Nice To Haves

A Chemical Dependency Clinical Counselor II (CDCII) certificate is preferred.
Knowledge of cross-cultural issues and skill in working with diverse population.
Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.
Strong organizational, verbal and written skills.
Detail oriented with a high level of accuracy required.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, maintain poise under pressure and successfully communicate with a wide range of personalities.
Must be creative, self-motivated, organized, flexible, and possess leadership skills.

Responsibilities

Maintain a caseload.
Facilitate groups and staff meetings.
Follow approved treatment curriculum.
Maintain compliance with ADOC SATS contract obligations.
Complete Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT).
Complete ASAM based assessments for clients.
Conduct SBIRT and ASAM assessments, orientation with new clients, development of treatment plans, referrals and reentry planning as needed.
Facilitate groups dealing with chemical dependency, substance abuse issues, co-occurring disorders, criminal personalities, and criminal thinking errors per approved curriculum.
Monitor client compliance with treatment goals and assigned curriculum work.
Complete documentation in a timely fashion and in compliance with contract requirements.
Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or other management as required.