Counselor Job at Treatment Alternatives for Safe Communities, Chicago, IL

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  • Treatment Alternatives for Safe Communities
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

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 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.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Work at office, Remote work, Flexible hours,

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