Treatment Alternatives for Safe Communities
Counselor
Treatment Alternatives for Safe Communities, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60608
Job Description
Job Description
We’re Hiring: Counselor – Adult Criminal Justice and Treatment Services (ACJS) Location: Illinois Employment Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $43,800 – $47,000 (based on experience and education) Working at TASC At TASC (Treatment Alternatives for Safe Communities) our mission is to build a healthier, safer, more just society. Since 1976, we have been guided by the belief that every individual holds the potential for positive change. We advocate, support, and most importantly, empower people to break barriers, find recovery, and reshape their destinies. Through the use of SPECIALIZED CASE MANAGEMENT™, we create a world where recovery, justice and empathy lead to thriving communities. Our foundation is anchored at the intersection of behavioral health and the criminal legal system. Today TASC also operates at the forefront of transformative solutions. We are a social impact organization that embodies a future where health, safety and justice is synonymous with hope. We are TASC! About the ACJS Program TASC’s Adult Criminal Justice and Treatment Services (ACJS) supports individuals struggling with substance use disorders. We provide services such as: Screening and assessments
Treatment placement and monitoring
Support for insurance, ID, and employment resources
Client progress reporting and follow-up
Position Summary: Treatment Counselor As a Counselor, you will provide direct clinical services to individuals with substance use disorders. This includes both one-on-one and group counseling. You will assess client needs, collaborate on treatment plans, monitor progress, and ensure all documentation and reporting are completed according to agency standards. Key Responsibilities Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions
Complete behavioral health assessments
Develop and review individualized treatment plans
Monitor client progress toward treatment goals
Collaborate with internal staff and external partners
Participate in staff meetings and supervision
Complete all required documentation and reports
Meet weekly production and service goals
Qualifications High school diploma or GED equivalent
Bachelor’s degree in healthcare, human services, or a related field from an accredited college or university
A master’s degree is preferred for some programs
Ability to obtain CADC certification within two years
Experience with high-risk populations
Knowledge of behavioral health and treatment planning
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Group facilitation experience
Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Floating Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
403(b) Retirement Plan
Hybrid work schedule (three days in-office, two days remote)
How to Apply Visit www.tasc.org to apply online. TASC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other protected category under federal or state law. e with federal and state law.
Job Description
We’re Hiring: Counselor – Adult Criminal Justice and Treatment Services (ACJS) Location: Illinois Employment Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $43,800 – $47,000 (based on experience and education) Working at TASC At TASC (Treatment Alternatives for Safe Communities) our mission is to build a healthier, safer, more just society. Since 1976, we have been guided by the belief that every individual holds the potential for positive change. We advocate, support, and most importantly, empower people to break barriers, find recovery, and reshape their destinies. Through the use of SPECIALIZED CASE MANAGEMENT™, we create a world where recovery, justice and empathy lead to thriving communities. Our foundation is anchored at the intersection of behavioral health and the criminal legal system. Today TASC also operates at the forefront of transformative solutions. We are a social impact organization that embodies a future where health, safety and justice is synonymous with hope. We are TASC! About the ACJS Program TASC’s Adult Criminal Justice and Treatment Services (ACJS) supports individuals struggling with substance use disorders. We provide services such as: Screening and assessments
Treatment placement and monitoring
Support for insurance, ID, and employment resources
Client progress reporting and follow-up
Position Summary: Treatment Counselor As a Counselor, you will provide direct clinical services to individuals with substance use disorders. This includes both one-on-one and group counseling. You will assess client needs, collaborate on treatment plans, monitor progress, and ensure all documentation and reporting are completed according to agency standards. Key Responsibilities Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions
Complete behavioral health assessments
Develop and review individualized treatment plans
Monitor client progress toward treatment goals
Collaborate with internal staff and external partners
Participate in staff meetings and supervision
Complete all required documentation and reports
Meet weekly production and service goals
Qualifications High school diploma or GED equivalent
Bachelor’s degree in healthcare, human services, or a related field from an accredited college or university
A master’s degree is preferred for some programs
Ability to obtain CADC certification within two years
Experience with high-risk populations
Knowledge of behavioral health and treatment planning
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Group facilitation experience
Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Floating Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
403(b) Retirement Plan
Hybrid work schedule (three days in-office, two days remote)
How to Apply Visit www.tasc.org to apply online. TASC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other protected category under federal or state law. e with federal and state law.