Treatment Counselor — Adult Criminal Justice and Treatment Services

Job overview

The Treatment Counselor — Adult Criminal Justice and Treatment Services role is onsite in Chicago, IL, with a starting salary of $44,676–$47,650 per year, contingent on experience and education. TASC’s Adult Criminal Justice and Treatment Services program supports clients with possible substance use disorders as they work toward health and self-sufficiency. The counselor provides individual and group clinical services, assesses behavioral health needs, and works with clients on treatment goals and plans. The role also monitors progress, coordinates with internal and external partners, and maintains clinical and program documentation to support recovery and continuing care.

What you'll do

• Provide education and support through group counseling and individual sessions
• complete behavioral health assessments
• collaborate with clients to develop or review individualized treatment plans
• assess and monitor progress toward goals
• collaborate with internal and external partners
• participate in staff meetings, supervision, and clinical staffing as needed
• complete continued-stay reviews and discharge and continuing-care plans
• submit program reports
• maintain required client and program documentation
• meet weekly production service goals.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

treatment counselor

counseling

substance use disorders

behavioral health

individual counseling

group counseling

treatment planning

recovery services

chicago il

tasc

$44,676–$47,650/year

cadc

tuition reimbursement

403(b)

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• flexible spending
• paid short- and long-term disability
• paid time off, sick time, and floating holiday
• tuition reimbursement
• 403(b) retirement plan.

Why this role

The posting requires CADC certification. A bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred, or four years of human services experience; some programs may require a master's degree. Group facilitation experience and Microsoft Office proficiency are also sought.

About the employer

Treatment Alternatives for Stronger Communities is hiring for this role. Industry: Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers. Sector: 62.