Substance Abuse Counselor
Overview:
As a Substance Abuse Counselor, have you ever wanted to work somewhere where you can see real results from what you do? Where you are part of a true mental health professional team, well-supported by management and technology, such that you know your patients quickly receive any medications they need, receive fast follow-up from providers, and experience remarkable results?Would you like to work in a place that is secure and where most patients are very appreciative of your care?
NaphCare is hiring experienced Substance Abuse Counselors just like you at the Santa Cruz County Jail located in Santa Cruz, CA. Full-time, Part-Time, and PRN shifts are available! PRN shifts and hours vary based on coverage needs for FT shifts and will be determined by site leadership and prn employee availability.Pay rates range from $38.00 - $45.00 per hour based on Shift, FT, PRN, temporary contract, site needs, and experience.
NaphCare is a family-owned, healthcare technology company that has been delivering high-quality healthcare to correctional facilities across the nation for over 35 years. Come join our team of over 5000 employees and growing! NaphCare pays well, offers outstanding benefits, and has an incredibly engaged corporate support team to make sure you have what you need to be truly excellent at what you do.
NaphCare partners with correctional facilities to provide proactive, patient-focused healthcare. We recognize that we serve a unique and diverse patient population, and our onsite teams take pride in bringing excellence in care to a population in great need.Be part of a world-class team of professionals who are revolutionizing correctional healthcare as you use our cutting-edge resources, including our award-winning electronic operating system.
This is what our employees say about working in correctional healthcare for NaphCare. “Working with Naphcare has provided me with amazing opportunities for growth. Through my various roles I’ve experienced the benefit of balancing management tasks with performing direct patient care to serve our most vulnerable populations.It has been tremendously rewarding to help implement and grow award-winning programs and participate in site transitions across the nation. Our mental health programs take a collaborative multidisciplinary approach because we understand that working together is the only way to effectively meet our patients’ needs.” Meghan, LMHC
Position Description:
- Conduct weekly group substance abuse counseling sessions for male and female inmates with Opioid use Disorder
- Provide psychoeducation about substance abuse to male and female inmates with Opioid use Disorder
- Data collection and data entry
- Experience working in corrections is a plus, but not required
NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:
- Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan
- Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
- We offer low cost benefits to our employees and their families.
- Employment Assistance Program (EAP) services
- 100% vested 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
- Tuition Assistance
- Referral bonuses
- On-site education
- Free Continuing Education!
- Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
- Generous paid time off & paid holidays
At NaphCare, we want you to be able to use your skills. Our site positions include roles such as performing and electronically documenting mental health evaluations, progress notes, individual and group counseling notes and suicide risk assessments, as well as escalating patient needs to providers where appropriate.
With NaphCare, you'll play a critical role in our continuing mission to be the leading provider of quality healthcare in the correctional industry. If you want a career that will make a difference, choose the company that is different.
We know you may have questions before applying. To speak to a recruiter directly, email your questions and/or resume to hiring@naphcare.com with the position and location you’re interested in.
We support your growth and internal promotion. Once hired, we encourage our employees to continue to seek opportunities for advancement and leadership.
NaphCare has a partnership with NetCE that provides CEU/CME for our staff. NetCE uses a rigorous peer review process to ensure that all activities and content are up-to-date. This service streamlines continuing education for all NaphCare Employees to meet state specific requirements for maintaining licensing.
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran