CDOC - Addiction Counselor Trainee II Colorado Department of Corrections 123 reviews - Denver, CO $2,428 a month This position is only open to Colorado state residents. If you are a Colorado resident and wish to apply please go to www.bit.ly/CDOC-AddictionCounselorTrainee2. JOB DESCRIPTION: The Health Care Services Trainee II position performs tasks that are structured and designed to provide training and experience in the field of addiction counseling. Tasks are performed under direct supervision and detailed instruction and guidance is received in order for employees in this position to become certified or licensed as an addiction counselor (CAC II, III or LAC) through the Colorado State Board of Addiction Counselor Examiners. Position learns to apply established practices and methods in the field of addiction counseling. This position does not remain in this classification indefinitely, the intent is to be able to seek promotional opportunities as an Addiction Counselor Trainee III then ultimately become fully operational and perform independently to be able to seek promotional opportunities as an Addiction Counselor with the CDOC as a Health Professional II. Required addiction specific training and education from the Office of Behavioral Health and certification/licensure exams are at the employee's cost. The position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following: * Provides support for drug and alcohol treatment programs and substance abuse education services to offenders in CDOC facilities; * Under direct supervision and in accordance with rules, regulations, guidelines and clinical standards, the position will implement treatment plans, deliver treatment through educational/vocational or recreational activities in individual and group settings, conduct approved programs for offenders and provide an assessment of treatment needs for individual offenders; * Provide observations and information to support treatment activities; * Documents both handwritten and electronically in an accurate and timely manner to provide comprehensive offender treatment records; * Responsible to seek review and supervision of all documentation assigned; * Listens to offender concerns and provides counseling and direction when appropriate; * Communicates to advise, counsel, and/or guide staff within the clinical unit, the facility, and outside agencies to ensure continuity of care; * Responsible for maintaining standards of the program or work unit through compliance with all applicable professional, departmental, organizational and unit standards; * Assist counselors and learn to monitor offender treatment and documentation to assure compliance with standards and continuity of care. * Promotes and is accountable for the safety and security of the clinical and correctional environment through conscientious observations, and sensitive item contraband control; * Informs supervisor of any violations of safety and security through the report writing process, attends training programs as assigned, including self-defense course to ensure self-protection skills. You are encouraged to print a copy of this announcement for your records MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * Applicant must have one year of full-time experience participating in the delivery of behavioral health treatment in a drug and alcohol program, mental health program, or sex offender program. * Applicant must possess a current, valid registration from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies as a Registered Psychotherapist. Substitutions: * Education from an accredited institution in the behavioral health sciences such as Psychology, Social Work or Counseling will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. You must attach a copy of your transcripts that contain your name, name of the college, type of degree received and date degree was awarded. * Current, valid certification, registration and/or licensure as one of the following will substitute for the registration as a Psychotherapist and the required experience: Certified Addiction Counselor I, II or III, Licensed Addiction Counselor, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Psychologist Candidate, Marriage and Family Therapist or Candidate (MFTC or LMFT) or Licensed Professional Counselor or Candidate (LPCC or LPC). BENEFITS: * Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system; * Retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan, PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401K and 457 plans; * Medical and dental health plans; * Paid life insurance; * Short and long-term disability coverage; * 10 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick time; * Employee wellness programs; * Tuition Reimbursement; * Loan Repayment and Forgiveness Programs; * Training opportunities and more. Job Type: Full-time Salary: $2,428.00 /month Experience: * behavioral health treatment in a drug and alcohol program: 1 year Education: * Bachelor's License: * Registered Psychotherapist 4 hours ago - save job Apply Now Please review all application instructions before applying to Colorado Department of Corrections.