Substance Abuse Counselor

4 weeks ago


Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States GEO Corrections & Detentions Full time
Job Summary

The Substance Abuse Counselor conducts and/or facilitates individual and group therapy sessions, to include drug and alcohol abuse cognitive programming, life skills, anger management and education/treatment for clients.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conducts and/or facilitates intakes, individual, group and family therapy sessions, classes and orientation, following Company curriculum and standards using principles of evidence-based practices.
  • Maintains accurate clinical documentation including intake summaries/assessments, individual/group notes, discharge summaries, treatment plans and updates.
  • Updates therapeutic logs in a timely manner.
  • Enters pertinent information into data systems.
  • Conducts risks/needs assessments and creates individual treatment plans for each assigned client.
  • Communicates relevant, accurate and adequate information regarding clients' needs/concerns/issues to supervisor and other appropriate parties.
  • May communicate client status/updates to customers as required by contract.
  • Attends regular clinical supervision meetings to ensure communication between team members and collaboration on case management.
  • Attends and participates in all staff meetings, workshops and trainings.
Requirements
  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, counseling psychology, or a related field and certification as a Certified Addictions Counselor II (CAC II).
  • Work experience which provides the same kind, amount and level of knowledge acquired in the required education may substitute for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.
  • A master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, counseling psychology, or a related field may substitute for the Certified Addictions Counselor II (CAC II).
  • Experience working in an outpatient substance abuse treatment clinic within a diverse population preferred.
  • Experience providing drug/alcohol and mental health treatment to adult offenders preferred.
  • Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
About GEO

GEO is a global leader in the industry, providing rehabilitation and community reintegration programs and services to those in our care.

We are committed to building an inclusive culture where every employee can perform to their maximum potential.

We believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion in our workforce and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.



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