Outpatient Substance Abuse Treatment Service Counselor at Hiland Mountain Correctional Center

Salvation Army Careers • Eagle River, AK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The SATS Counselor works under the direction of the SATS Coordinator at Hiland Mountain Correctional Center in Eagle River, Alaska. The counselor maintains a client caseload, conducts SBIRT and ASAM-based assessments, facilitates treatment groups and staff meetings, and follows approved treatment curriculum and ADOC SATS contract requirements. The role includes client orientation, treatment planning, referrals, reentry planning, progress monitoring, and timely documentation.

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week, non-exempt position funded through a contract to provide substance abuse treatment services for the Alaska Department of Corrections. The contract was expected to begin approximately November 1, 2020, and run through June 30, 2021, with optional renewal periods at the State’s discretion through June 30, 2023. Continuation of the position depends on contract renewal.

The work is performed in an office setting inside an Alaska Department of Corrections facility. Employment is subject to Salvation Army and ADOC requirements, including background checks, PREA screening, security clearance, and other contract-related approvals and agreements. The employee must maintain strict confidentiality and acknowledge and respect The Salvation Army’s religious purposes.

Requirements

• Alaska State Counselor Technician Certification, or its equivalent, at minimum.
• Knowledge of substance-related and addictive disorders and their treatment.
• Experience consistent with the requirements for Alaska State Certification Chemical Dependency Counselor I (CDCI).
• Pass the ADOC background check and PREA screening.
• If not CDC certified at Level 1, submit a training plan to the project manager within 30 days of hire and obtain Level 1 certification within one year of 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 a diverse population.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, maintain poise under pressure, and communicate successfully with a wide range of personalities.
• 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.
• Ability to understand, follow, and give written and oral instructions; give presentations and speak publicly; and use speech and hearing for ordinary and telephone conversation.
• Ability to perform simple calculations and apply ratios and percentages in practical situations.
• Creativity, self-motivation, organization, flexibility, and leadership skills.
• Complete The Salvation Army’s online Sacred Boundaries and Protect the Mission course and pass its required employment background check.
• Meet ADOC contract personnel requirements, including ADOC project manager approval, security clearance, and completion or agreement to required ADOC forms, standards, and conduct requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Chemical Dependency Clinical Counselor II (CDCII) certificate.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a client caseload and facilitate groups and staff meetings.
• Follow approved treatment curriculum and comply with ADOC SATS contract obligations.
• Conduct Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) and ASAM-based assessments.
• Orient new clients and develop treatment plans.
• Make referrals and support reentry planning as needed.
• Facilitate groups addressing chemical dependency, substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, criminal personalities, and criminal thinking errors using approved curriculum.
• Monitor client compliance with treatment goals and assigned curriculum work.
• Complete documentation in a timely manner 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
• Education Level: No Education Listed