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Treatment Counselor
full-time•Olney Springs

Summary

Location

Olney Springs

Type

full-time

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About this role

$29.81 per hour

At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Treatment Counselor who has a passion for making lasting changes in the lives of offenders, as we set the standards of care in the industry.

The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.

  1. Interviews and assesses prospective program participants, and gathers data using appropriate screening and assessment instruments. Establishes rapport with participants and determines individual and group needs based on results of screening and assessment instruments and other collateral sources.
  2. Facilitates individual and group treatment interventions, in accordance with CoreCivic partner agencies, and prevailing state regulations, statutes, policies and procedures. Uses standardized offender assessment information in developing treatment plans or specific programs.
  3. Facilitates participant engagement in the treatment process, promoting positive attitudes, skills, coping mechanisms to encourage on-going recovery. Plans participant incentives and uses appropriate therapeutic tools to manage behavioral issues or concerns.
  4. Maintains the confidentiality of clinical files for each participant to include, but not limited to, intake documents, assessment(s), and interview(s), treatment plan, treatment plan reviews, progress notes, discharge summary, and referrals, according to written protocols and in compliance with prevailing laws and regulation(s).
  5. Documents and tracks treatment plans, monitors inmate progress and reviews status of inmates/residents to verify that treatment and therapeutic programs are completed.
2025 CoreCivic Benefits Overview

Qualifications: 

  • Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or a closely related field is required. 
  • One (1) year of experience in the mental health or substance use counseling field is required. 
  • Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. 
  • Must possess Colorado Certified Addiction Specialist (CAS) certification.
  • A valid driver's license is required. 
  • Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.

Other facts

Tech stack
Interviewing,Assessment,Treatment Planning,Group Facilitation,Individual Counseling,Behavior Management,Confidentiality,Documentation,Participant Engagement,Therapeutic Tools,Recovery Support,Mental Health,Substance Use Counseling,Rapport Building,Data Gathering,Compliance

About Core Civic

CoreCivic is a diversified, government-solutions company with the scale and experience needed to solve tough government challenge in cost-effective ways. We provide a broad range of solutions to government partners that serve the public good through high-quality corrections and detention management, innovative and cost-saving government real estate solutions, and a growing network of residential and non-residential alternatives to incarceration that help address America's recidivism crisis. We are the nation's largest owner of partnership correctional, detention and residential reentry facilities, and believe we are the largest private owner of real estate used by U.S. government agencies. The company has been a flexible and dependable partner for government for more than 40 years. Our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to help government better the public good. Learn more at www.corecivic.com.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Public Safety
Founding Year: 1983

What you'll do

  • The Treatment Counselor interviews and assesses prospective program participants, establishing rapport and determining individual and group needs. They facilitate treatment interventions and maintain confidentiality while documenting and tracking treatment plans.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Treatment Counselor do at Core Civic?

As a Treatment Counselor at Core Civic, you will: the Treatment Counselor interviews and assesses prospective program participants, establishing rapport and determining individual and group needs. They facilitate treatment interventions and maintain confidentiality while documenting and tracking treatment plans..

Why join Core Civic as a Treatment Counselor?

Core Civic is a leading Public Safety company.

Is the Treatment Counselor position at Core Civic remote?

The Treatment Counselor position at Core Civic is based in Olney Springs, Colorado, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the Treatment Counselor position at Core Civic?

You can apply for the Treatment Counselor position at Core Civic directly through Clera. Click the "Apply Now" button above to start your application. Clera's AI-powered platform will help match your profile with this opportunity and guide you through the application process. You can also learn more about Core Civic on their website.