Position Location: WCCC (Women's Community Correctional Center-Kailua)
Essential Functions
1. Serves as primary counselor for each client assigned to his/her caseload.
2. Evaluates clients and develops treatment plans
3. Conducts psycho-education and skill building activities in the areas of substance abuse and recovery information, and mental illness and recovery education with clients.
4. Maintains client records
5. Facilitates group therapy
6. Conducts individual counseling weekly and as needed with each client in his/her caseload.
7. Consults with and reports to Registered Nurse and/or Associate Medical Director regarding client conditions and need for medical attention.
8. Provides guidance and treatment planning for clients toward successful accomplishments of skill building goals in the following areas: personal hygiene, personal housekeeping, personal meal preparation and service.
Qualification Requirements
Experience and Training:
1. In the process of obtaining certification in the State of Hawaii as a Substance Abuse Counselor and/or receiving higher education in the field of Social Work, Psychology or related field.
2. Eligible for certification in CPR and First Aid.
3. Valid driver’s license with clean abstract.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
1. Ability to work with and relate to clients with substance abuse disorders, including dually diagnosed and the criminal population.
2. Ability to respond calmly and efficiently to stressful situations with crisis management skills.
3. Well organized and able to maintain accurate and concise records.
We Offer:
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
If you are a highly organized and motivated professional looking for a rewarding opportunity, we’d love to hear from you!
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter
Equal Opportunity Employer
