ATS is seeking to fill a full-time In-Facility Counselor position. In-Facility Counselor to provide services at outside work site, Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation's Waiawa Correctional Facility (WCF).

Under the direct supervision of the In-facility Correctional Services Supervisor, the full-time In-Facility Counselor provides assessment and treatment planning services, progress notes, discharge documentation, individual and group education counseling, continuing and aftercare services for Hawaii State sentenced offenders participating in correctional treatment continuum funded by the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.

The Hawaii State Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DCR) services must be in accordance with the recommendation of the CPC (Correctional Program Checklist) Coordinating Committee to insure our services are utilizing evidence-based practices of cognitive-behavioral and social learning models.

The counselor must adhere to the expectation and guidelines that are noted in the volunteer and contract handbook (including the Federal mandated PREA guidelines, Prison Rape Elimination Act) training offered by DCR for all new contract staff and volunteers.

Master's degree in behavior health field or Hawaii State Substance Abuse Counselor Certification (CSAC), preferred; and at least two years of experience in the substance abuse field, required.

Two years experience working directly with incarcerated and / or sentenced offenders is preferred. Must have at least six months direct involvement in individual and group treatment.

Demonstrated abilities and skills regarding verbal and written communications, maturity, insight and sound judgment. Knowledge and experience in working with offenders is required.

Must be eligible for counselor State certification within two years of hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities / Women / Veterans / Disabled.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Last updated : 2024-04-23