The Salvation Army USA Western Territory
In-Facility Counselor (Temporary)
The Salvation Army USA Western Territory, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States, 96814
ATS is seeking to fill a full-time Temporary In-Facility Counselor position. The In-Facility Counselor (Temporary) will provide services at an outside work site, Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. The temporary period is 6 months maximum with the opportunity for a regular position.
Under the direct supervision of the In-facility Correctional Services Supervisor, the full-time In-Facility Counselor will:Provide assessment and treatment planning services.Maintain progress notes and discharge documentation.Conduct individual and group education counseling (family counseling as needed).Offer continuing and aftercare services for Hawaii State sentenced offenders participating in the correctional treatment continuum funded by the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.Ensure services comply with the recommendations of the CPC (Correctional Program Checklist) Coordinating Committee, utilizing evidence-based practices of cognitive-behavioral and social learning models.Assist the supervisor in maintaining effective liaison with various representatives of DCR.Comply with rules, regulations, and program requirements as defined by contracts with DCR.Adhere to the expectations and guidelines noted in the volunteer and contract handbook, including the Federal mandated PREA guidelines (Prison Rape Elimination Act) training offered by DCR for all new contract staff and volunteers.
Minimum Requirements:Requires a Bachelor's degree in a behavioral health field, and at least two years of experience in the substance abuse field. A Master's degree and/or Hawaii State Substance Abuse Counselor Certification (CSAC) is preferred. Three years of experience working directly with incarcerated and/or sentenced offenders is preferred. Must have at least six months direct involvement in individual and group treatment. Demonstrated abilities and skills regarding verbal and written communications, maturity, insight, and sound judgment are required. Knowledge and experience in working with offenders is necessary. Must be eligible for counselor State certification within two years of hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
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Under the direct supervision of the In-facility Correctional Services Supervisor, the full-time In-Facility Counselor will:Provide assessment and treatment planning services.Maintain progress notes and discharge documentation.Conduct individual and group education counseling (family counseling as needed).Offer continuing and aftercare services for Hawaii State sentenced offenders participating in the correctional treatment continuum funded by the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.Ensure services comply with the recommendations of the CPC (Correctional Program Checklist) Coordinating Committee, utilizing evidence-based practices of cognitive-behavioral and social learning models.Assist the supervisor in maintaining effective liaison with various representatives of DCR.Comply with rules, regulations, and program requirements as defined by contracts with DCR.Adhere to the expectations and guidelines noted in the volunteer and contract handbook, including the Federal mandated PREA guidelines (Prison Rape Elimination Act) training offered by DCR for all new contract staff and volunteers.
Minimum Requirements:Requires a Bachelor's degree in a behavioral health field, and at least two years of experience in the substance abuse field. A Master's degree and/or Hawaii State Substance Abuse Counselor Certification (CSAC) is preferred. Three years of experience working directly with incarcerated and/or sentenced offenders is preferred. Must have at least six months direct involvement in individual and group treatment. Demonstrated abilities and skills regarding verbal and written communications, maturity, insight, and sound judgment are required. Knowledge and experience in working with offenders is necessary. Must be eligible for counselor State certification within two years of hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
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