Substance Use Disorder Counselor
About this role
Department: Juvenile Justice
Location: Charles, IL 60175
Address: Temporarily based at 3825 Campton Hills Rd, St. Charles, IL 60175.
This position will transition in a few months to its permanent location in Warrenville, IL (30W200 W Ferry Rd, Warrenville, IL 60555).
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:30 am-5:30 pm
Salary: $47,000 to $58,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
Position Overview:
The Substance Use Disorder Counselor provides intake screening, assessments, and support services to youth admitted to Reception and Classification Units within the Department of Juvenile Justice.
Substance Use Disorder Counselor Responsibilities:
- Completes assessment and screening process on youth entering the Reception and Classification Unit as well as any additional youth as assigned
- Participates in case consultation and planning as assigned
- Participates in multi-disciplinary staff meetings as assigned
- Facilitates referral and discharge recommendations
- Conducts educational and therapeutic groups for youth as assigned
- Record keeping/documentation for assessment and screening tools as well as assigned group activities
- Case management and coordination
- Participates in staff growth and development activities
Substance Use Disorder Counselor Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required
- Master's degree preferred
- CADC required within 2 years
- Familiarity with DSM-5 preferred
- Knowledge of chemical abuse and dependence diagnosis criteria
- Knowledge of substance abuse disorders
Substance Use Disorder Counselor Benefits, Full-time:
- Health, Dental, Vision
- Life Insurance
- Short/Long-Term Disability options
- 403(b) Retirement
- Paid Time off (PTO)
- Mileage Reimbursement (exclusive to position)
- Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
YOS is an E-Verify participating employer
Youth Outreach Services is a drug-free workplace, and compliance with this policy is a condition of employment and continued employment.
Youth Outreach Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Company at a glance
Youth Outreach Services is dedicated to caring for Chicago’s most vulnerable youth, inspiring positive development in their lives, families and communities. Founded in 1959, we have served more than 400,000 youth and families through a variety of child welfare, counseling, juvenile justice and prevention services, helping each overcome challenges such as abuse, neglect and homelessness. We believe all kids deserve to feel safe, healthy and ready to learn, and we are committed to providing the community-based support they need to overcome challenges and succeed!
Top Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- 403(b) Retirement
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
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