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Job description
Who is Alpharus Health?
Alpharus Health is a national nonprofit behavioral health provider dedicated to helping people build healthier lives. For nearly 60 years, we have provided substance use and mental health treatment that helps individuals, families, and communities find healing, hope, and lasting wellbeing. Our mission is simple: We help people build healthier lives. By combining clinical expertise with a person-centered approach, we help people build the skills, resilience, and support systems needed to create meaningful, lasting change.
Why join us?
Consider joining our team, where your impact can be truly meaningful. Our organization focuses on delivering high quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. By joining our team, you'll be working for an organization that values you and aims to be an employer of choice. You can expect to be part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth. When you join us, you'll discover personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values.
We are honored to offer behavioral healthcare services in Corrections
Perks of working in correctional healthcare:
Opportunity to make a positive impact on a marginalized population
Exposure to diverse patient demographics
Focus on driving change, tracking progress, and improving care
Development of skills in a unique healthcare setting
Location: Northeast Correctional Center 13698 Airport Rd, Bowling Green, MO 63334
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, normal business hours
Substance Abuse Counselors are responsible for: Completing comprehensive assessments of clients' substance abuse history and treatment requirements, and developing individualized treatment plans
Providing individual and group counseling and may facilitate didactic groups
Documenting treatment and discharge plans, clients' progress and responses to treatment; and maintaining related records and charts
Performing case management and contributing to client care monitoring
Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements: Bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, social work or a related field a plus (High School diploma or equivalent required)
6 months of previous experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling in a corrections environment desired
Higher credential through the Missouri Credentialing Board (CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, CCJP) a plus.
This is a full-time position working Monday- Friday, with 1 Saturday every 3 months
Must be able to obtain Missouri Department of Corrections clearance
Physical Requirements:
Ability to walk and move about the facilities for up to two hours at a time, to monitor and interact with clients
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and data
Ability to record, proofread and check documents and files for accuracy
Ability to respond to telephones, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noises
Compensation (based on experience and credentials): Non-Credentialed range begins at $18 per hour - $24 per hour.
Alpharus Health conducts annual reviews including merit increases.
Benefits at Apharus Health:
Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiums
Employee assistance programs focused on mental health
Financial Wellbeing: 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match
Short-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Alpharus
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Flexibility and Time Off: 18 paid time off days per year - accrual rates increase with years of service
9 paid company holidays
Work-life-balance
Personal Development: Training & Development Programs
Tuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar year
eLearning access to online courses that provide CEU's and job-related training
Clinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidance
Alpharus Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.
Worksite address
bowling green, MO, 63334, US
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