Treatment Counselor at Core Civic

Las Animas, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jun, 26

Salary

29.81

Posted On

21 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Screening, Assessment, Rapport Building, Treatment Planning, Group Facilitation, Individual Counseling, Behavior Management, Confidentiality Maintenance, Progress Tracking, Clinical Documentation

Industry

Public Safety

Description

$29.81 per hour At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Treatment Counselor who has a passion for making lasting changes in the lives of offenders, as we set the standards of care in the industry. The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements. Interviews and assesses prospective program participants, and gathers data using appropriate screening and assessment instruments. Establishes rapport with participants and determines individual and group needs based on results of screening and assessment instruments and other collateral sources. Facilitates individual and group treatment interventions, in accordance with CoreCivic partner agencies, and prevailing state regulations, statutes, policies and procedures. Uses standardized offender assessment information in developing treatment plans or specific programs. Facilitates participant engagement in the treatment process, promoting positive attitudes, skills, coping mechanisms to encourage on-going recovery. Plans participant incentives and uses appropriate therapeutic tools to manage behavioral issues or concerns. Maintains the confidentiality of clinical files for each participant to include, but not limited to, intake documents, assessment(s), and interview(s), treatment plan, treatment plan reviews, progress notes, discharge summary, and referrals, according to written protocols and in compliance with prevailing laws and regulation(s). Documents and tracks treatment plans, monitors inmate progress and reviews status of inmates/residents to verify that treatment and therapeutic programs are completed. 2025 CoreCivic Benefits Overview Qualifications: Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or a closely related field is required. One (1) year of experience in the mental health or substance use counseling field is required. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. Must possess Colorado Certified Addiction Specialist (CAS) certification. A valid driver's license is required. Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age. CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.

Responsibilities

The Treatment Counselor interviews and assesses prospective program participants, establishing rapport and determining individual needs based on screening results. They facilitate individual and group treatment interventions, develop treatment plans, and promote participant engagement in recovery processes.