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Youth Outreach Services

Substance Use Counselor

Youth Outreach Services, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Department:

Juvenile Justice

Location:

Illinois Youth Center (IYC) - Chicago, IL

Address:

136 N Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60612

Schedule:

Monday - Friday (Full-time)

Position Overview:

Provides substance abuse counseling and support services to juvenile offenders admitted into the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice Treatment Program.

Responsibilities:

Completes intakes and assessments as needed.

Provides individual and group counseling.

Completes treatment planning and other required clinical documentation in accordance with contractual requirements and licensing regulations.

Provides case management services and coordination of the youth's treatment.

Develops post-release plans.

Participates in staff growth and development activities.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or related field.

Experience with offender populations preferred.

Experience with juveniles preferred.

Must meet professional staff qualifications as required by 77 Illinois Administrative Code 2060.309 within two years of employment.

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.

Youth Outreach Services is a drug-free workplace and compliance with this policy is a condition of employment and continued employment.

COVID-19 Policy: In compliance with Illinois Executive Order, Youth Outreach Services is requiring all employees to be fully vaccinated against or an approved exemption. Approved exemptions will require weekly testing for COVID-19.

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