On-Call Prison Based Counselor (Therapist)

About the role

Prison-Based Counselors (Therapists) are responsible for:

• Provides group orientation, individual intake, comprehensive assessment, Mid-Program assessment and discharge planning including aftercare recommendations, in accordance to MDOC contract requirements.
• Documents treatment and discharge plans, and client’s progress and responses to treatment; and maintains related records and charts.
• Provides Evidenced-Based group therapy for up to 15 offenders per group in accordance to MDOC contract requirements.
• Provides individual segregation discharges as needed/approved for offenders terminated early from substance abuse services, in accordance to MDOC contract requirements and at the discretion of the correctional facility.
• Completion of reporting requirements
• Adherence to MDOC policies and procedures, with specific attention to safety and security, and maintenance of professional boundaries with offender population.
• Ability to navigate between internal electronic health record and Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC) system for reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with minimum of two years’ experience OR Master’s Degree and minimum of one year of experience
• Experience in substance abuse related field, with specific skills in counseling, assessment, treatment planning and group therapy; working with offender population.
• Clinical licensure and/or Certification in State of Michigan or ability to obtain this within designated timeframe specified through the Michigan Board of Addiction Professionals (MCBAP).
• Ability to follow MDOC directives and remain flexible as needed to accommodate facility space and scheduling.
• Ability to work independently and/or with team members as available.
• Ability to receive and apply clinical supervision feedback as needed.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality to ensure consistent delivery of services.

Pay

Range is between $22.00 - $30.00 per hour

Schedule

Monday through Friday - daytime coverage during the hours of 8:00am-4:30pm. Position will be part-time/on-call.