Addictions Therapist- Part Time, Temp

Job Description:

Addictions Therapist- Part Time, Temp

Description

Overview

Larimer County Community Corrections is looking for a skilled Addictions Therapist to join our team of professionals!

We know you have worked hard for your licensure and are looking to work in an environment where you are respected, supported by colleagues, and receive competitive pay for your time!

Do you find value in serving underrepresented sections of our community? Are you invested in making our community a healthier place? The Addictions Therapist temp will work within our residential and outpatient addictions, mental health, and criminogenic treatment programming with a population that is serving a criminal justice sentence.

This part-time, temporary position is great for anyone currently working at another employer or working on completing additional schooling or certifications!

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

• Collaborating with the treatment team to provide individual and group therapy sessions for participants in residential substance use and aftercare programs.
• Facilitating client-centered, gender-responsive groups focused on substance use, mental health, trauma-informed care, cognitive restructuring, and life skills development.
• Conducting comprehensive substance use and/or mental health evaluations.
• Providing individual and relational therapy when appropriate.
• Ensuring accurate and up-to-date client records and documentation.

To view the full job description, visit https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Correctional_Addictions_Therapist_TEMP

What we're looking for:

• Certification as a Certified Addictions Specialist (CAS).
• Expertise in research-informed practices for addressing addiction.
• Knowledge and experience applying evidence-based practices for working with criminal justice-involved clients.

Qualifications

To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role’s needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience, in a behavioral health field as defined by the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) required. Related education or experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Six (6) months of experience providing substance abuse treatment required, preferably in criminal justice or related area.
• Certified Addictions Specialist (CAS), required. Master's degree in related field and experience providing substance use treatment services may substitute for CAS.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License by date of hire, required.
• Possession of Adult First Aid, AED, and CPR certifications within six (6) months of hire, required.

Benefits
For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer County's Benefits. https://www.larimer.org/hr/benefits .

Supplemental Information

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 2/3/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

Salary:

$28.69 - $30.12 Hourly