Residential Counselor I

Job description

General Statement : The Salvation Army is a branch part of the Christian Church and the ultimate goal of all programs is spiritual regeneration of all people. Corps/Department : Salvation Army Clitheroe Center Reports To : Residential Clinical Manager FLSA Status : Full Time/40 hours per week; Non-Exempt Education and Work Experience: · Bachelor’s degree in human services preferred. Alaska Certification CDC I, or five years’ experience in the field of substance abuse/or related field or an AA degree and two years’ experience, may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree. · Minimum of two years of experience preferred in direct service delivery in the field of substance abuse treatment. · Must have or be able to obtain Alaska State CDCI Certification within one year from the date of hire. · Must be able to obtain Alaska State CDCII Certification within three years from the date of hire, failure to do so may be grounds for termination. Scope of Position/Essential Functions: Under the general supervision of the Assistant Clinical Manager and direct supervision of the Residential Clinical Manager, Counselor I supports substance-abusing and chemically dependent clients, their families, an...