Counselor I

September 16, 2024

Set Free Alaska

Wasilla

FULL TIME

*** Set Free was voted Best Workplace in Alaska for 3 Years Running ***

Job summary:
Are you a Counselor that is passionate about helping those that are facing challenges due to addiction and/or incarceration? This may be the job for you! Join our award-winning team as we endeavor to bring hope and lasting change. The Counselor I team member provides direct services within various Alaska Department of Corrections institutions in-person and via telehealth.

Benefits:

Insurance
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- Short Term Disability
401k with 3% match
Paid Time Off
Continuing Education Stipend
MTA Discount
Tuition Assistance

Job summary:
The Counselor I will Provide direct services within the Palmer Adult Probation Office and various Alaska Department of Corrections institutions in-person and via telehealth.

Qualifications:
Required:

The ability to acquire Chemical Dependency Counselor I or QAP equivalent certification within 3 years of date of hire
Ability to pass a drug screening and State of Alaska background check (no felony charges)

Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree in human services or closely related field
Experience in substance abuse or mental health field including:
- Delivering direct therapeutic services
- Direct service documentation
- Crisis intervention skills
- Peer Support or Case Management planning and clinical team participation

Skills required:

Ability to:
- Build rapport with clients and staff
- Utilize tools such as DSM 5 and ASAM with clients
- Establish and maintain clear therapeutic boundaries
- Work as a team member including accepting and providing supervision
- Work independently while self-directing daily productivity
Great written and verbal communication skills
Punctuality reporting to work and in delivery of direct services
Basic computer skills including internet navigation and fluid use of electronic communication tools

Job responsibilities:

Coordinating care across criminal justice and SUD health systems utilizing a multi-disciplinary approach
Provide Substance Use Disorder assessments utilizing DSM-V and ASAM best practices
Support clients as they find and engage in the assessed treatment
Identify and provide referrals that address any barriers to successful re-entry, including:
- Coordination of public assistance benefits as appropriate
- Coordination of safe, sober housing
- Help with job readiness and seeking employment