Substance Abuse Counselor

Join ADVANCED CORRECTIONAL HEALTHCARE as a Substance Abuse Counselor in Crystal Falls, Michigan. Job DetailsJob Location: Iron County Correctional Facility - UP - Crystal Falls, MI 49920Position Type: Part TimeEducation Level: Graduate DegreeSalary Range: $50.00 - $50.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients with substance abuse concerns using NIDA compliant tools.

• Develop individualized strategies to help patients manage triggers and trauma history.

• Provide substance use screening and counseling to patients referred by facility staff, medical staff, or as identified by the courts.

• Collaborate with jail and medical staff on the management and treatment of patients with identified risk of withdrawal, as well as those eligible for medication assisted treatment (MAT) services.

Requirements

• REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School diploma required.

• 2+ years’ experience counseling those with substance abuse challenges OR an equivalent combination of education and experience required.

• Knowledge and training in substance abuse and related health issues and recovery protocols (including 12 step programs) required.

• CPR certification must be obtained prior to hire and maintained while in this role.

Benefits & Compensation

• Pay rate: $50/hr.

Work Schedule

• Part-Time position.

Work with ADVANCED CORRECTIONAL HEALTHCARE in Crystal Falls, Michigan.