Substance Abuse Treatment Services Coordinator - Goose Creek Correctional Center

The Salvation Army Southern California • Wasilla, AK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Substance Abuse Treatment Services Coordinator works under the direction of the SATS Clinical Manager for The Salvation Army Clitheroe Center/ADOC SATS Program. The Coordinator maintains a client caseload, facilitates groups, conducts staff meetings and training, and supervises all on-site SATS counselors. The role monitors service delivery and counselor compliance with the approved curriculum and ADOC SATS contract obligations, prepares required reports, and serves as the primary liaison with ADOC institutional staff.

The position is located in an office setting inside an Alaska Department of Corrections facility. It is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week, exempt position funded by an ADOC contract. 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. Continuation of the position depends on successful contract renewal. Employees must meet The Salvation Army and ADOC personnel requirements, including background checks and screenings, security clearance, and required conduct agreements.

Requirements

• Hold an Alaska State CDCI certificate or equivalent.
• Have prior administrative and supervisory experience, skills, and abilities.
• Have three years of direct clinical experience treating chemical dependency, substance use disorders, and dual diagnosis/co-occurring disorders.
• Have expert knowledge of Substance Related and Addictive Disorders and their treatment.
• Have experience consistent with Alaska State Certification Chemical Dependency Counselor II (CDCII) requirements and be able to obtain Alaska State CDCII Certification within one year of hire.
• Pass the ADOC background check and PREA screening.
• Demonstrate skill in group, individual, and family counseling; didactic presentations; case management; treatment planning; discharge planning; crisis prevention and intervention; clinical evaluation; and documentation.
• Be able to conduct training for clinical staff.
• Have knowledge of cross-cultural issues and skill working with diverse populations.
• Be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Have strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment, maintain poise under pressure, and communicate effectively with people with a wide range of personalities.
• Have skills in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and ASAM CONTINUUM; have working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to learn new software with basic training.
• Understand, follow, and give written and oral instructions; give presentations and speak publicly; and use speech and hearing for ordinary and telephone conversations.
• Perform simple calculations and apply ratios and percentages in practical situations.
• Be creative, self-motivated, organized, flexible, and possess 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, required conduct agreements, ACOMS form and agreement, and submission of a Criminal Justice Information Services Addendum prior to hire.

Nice To Haves

• A Chemical Dependency Clinical Supervisor (CDCS) certificate is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a client caseload, develop treatment plans, conduct groups, and ensure clients comply with assigned curriculum.
• Conduct staff meetings and supervise on-site SATS counselors.
• Orient new employees and provide staff feedback, coaching, counseling, and progressive discipline as needed.
• Develop and conduct training on chemical dependency, substance abuse issues, co-occurring disorders, criminal personalities, and criminal thinking errors.
• Monitor service delivery and coordinate treatment activities to ensure counselors follow the approved curriculum.
• Prepare statistical and other required reports, including quality improvement and critical incident reports, in a timely manner.
• Ensure counselors comply with ADOC SATS contract obligations.
• Serve as the primary liaison with ADOC institutional staff.
• Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed