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JobsCounselor JobsHealthcare Jobs in IllinoisCounselor (52756)

Pays $17.95-$21.54/hr — Counselor market median is ~$78k (22 jobs)

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WESTCARE
Sheridan, Illinois

Counselor (52756)

CounselorNo nightsFull-Time
Posted 1h ago · Verified live

About the Role

Full-time day shift counselor at a correctional facility. Provides substance abuse counseling and group education. Sheridan, IL.

Join WestCare as a Substance Abuse Counselor – Day Shift in Sheridan, Illinois.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Pay rate: $17.95 - $21.54/hr.

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • Day shift only - no nights.

This position offers day shifts only. Work with WestCare in Sheridan, Illinois.

Key Responsibilities

The counselor is responsible for conducting client assessments, developing comprehensive service plans, and facilitating curriculum-based education groups focused on substance abuse recovery. They must also maintain accurate client records and ensure compliance with confidentiality laws and agency policies.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a high school diploma and possess or be working toward a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) certification. The role requires knowledge of offender populations, strong organizational skills, and the ability to pass background checks and drug screenings.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Certifications

CPR (preferred)

Key Skills

Substance abuse counselingAssessment toolsTreatment planningGroup facilitationCrisis interventionDocumentationCase managementMotivational interviewingRelapse preventionConflict resolutionTime managementComputer literacyCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsEthical conduct

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 5.1/10 on work-life balance for Counselor roles.

Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...

Benefits analysis: Compared to 22 similar roles, this listing's benefits package ranks...

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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PSLF eligible
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About WESTCARE

Individual and Family Services
Henderson, NV
1,001-5,000 employees
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