Intake Counselor

Location: Chesapeake, VA. Indian Creek Correctional Center is a level 2 medium security prison. This facility provides specialized treatment services to individuals with substance use disorder.

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 4:00 pm OR 7:45 am – 4:45 pm with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break.

Pay Rate: $24.04/hr. ($50,000 annually)

Benefits:

• Health, dental, vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k with company contribution
• Discounts on wide array of services/entertainment

The Intake Counselor is responsible for:

• Conducting comprehensive assessments and individual treatment plans within established time frames and with input from the client and multi-disciplinary team.
• Meeting with participant’s primary Counselor to review intake and initial treatment plan information within designated time frame.
• Correcting all documentation deficiencies in established time frames as directed by the Clinical Supervisor.
• Assisting the Clinical Supervisors with weekly chart audits and discharge planning.
• File room upkeep and maintaining clinical records in accordance with all regulatory, contractual, and Spectrum standards.
• Addressing program participant issues, concerns, and inappropriate behaviors promptly and in accordance with Spectrum’s clinical design.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• No formal certification required.
• Minimum of HS Diploma/GED.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in administrative and records management is a plus.
• Experience working within a correctional or secure environment is a plus.