At TASC (Treatment Alternatives for Stronger Communities), our mission is to empower people and strengthen communities with impactful services. Since 1976, we have been guided by the belief that every individual holds the potential for positive change. We advocate, support, and most importantly, empower people to break barriers, find recovery, and reshape their destinies. Through Specialized Case Management™, we create a world where recovery, justice, and empathy lead to thriving communities. Our foundation is anchored at the intersection of behavioral health and the criminal legal system. Today, TASC also operates at the forefront of transformative solutions. We are a social impact organization that embodies a future where health, safety and justice is synonymous with hope. We are TASC!

The Adult Criminal Justice and Treatment Services (ACJS) supports clients who may have struggles related to a substance use disorder. We provide opportunities for clients to rebuild their lives so they can become healthy and self-sufficient. ACJS’ work includes screening and assessments for substance use disorders, placing clients into treatment programs, monitoring and reporting on progress, and providing support including, but not limited to, insurance enrollment, obtaining a state ID, and finding employment resources.

We are currently looking for full-time – Counselor
Starting at $44,676 – $47,650 contingent upon experience, education, etc.

Summary: The Treatment Counselor position provides direct clinical services in a one on one and/or group setting with individuals with substance use disorders. These services will include assessing an individual’s clinical needs, goal planning and objectives within the guidelines established by the agency and primary care provider.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides education and support through group counseling and individual sessions
• Required to complete a comprehensive behavioral health assessment to determine the client’s current behavioral health diagnosis
• Collaborates with individuals to develop and/or review an individualized treatment plan
• Assess, evaluate, and monitor individuals’ progress towards established goals and objectives
• Collaborates with internal and external partners, participate in staff meetings and monthly supervisions
• Participates in clinical staffing with individuals receiving TASC services as needed
• Completes continued stay reviews and collaborates with individuals in developing a discharge and continuing care plan
• Completes and submits internal and external program reports
• Maintains all required individual and program related documentation which includes, documenting the results of screenings, enrollments, service plans, progress notes, discharge summaries and other individual-related activities
• Meets weekly production service goals based on agency expectations

Our Ideal candidate

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, in social work, psychology, sociology, business from an accredited college or university or related field or four years’ experience in human services. Certain programs may require a higher level of education based on contractual obligations. (Master Degree)
• must have CADC certification
• Specific knowledge necessary for working with individuals and families engaged in high-risk behaviors
• Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders
• Demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite
• Demonstrated experience in group facilitation

Our benefits package includes:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance and Flexible Spending
• Paid Leave - STD/LTD
• Paid Time Off/Sick Time/ Floating Holiday
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 403 B (retirement plan)

If you are interested in this position, please visit the TASC website at www.tasc.org and apply online.

TASC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free workplace. The agency does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status or any other protected status in accordance with federal and state law.