Substance Use Disorder Counselor Job at Youth Outreach Services, Grafton, IL

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  • Youth Outreach Services
  • Grafton, IL

Job Description

Department:  Juvenile Justice

Location:  Illinois Youth Center (IYC) - Grafton, IL 

Address: Grafton, IL 62037

Schedule:  Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-4:00 pm

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

Salary: 

$47,000 to $58,000,  depending on experience and education. 

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.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Monday to Friday,

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