Who is Alpharus Health? Alpharus Health is a national nonprofit behavioral health provider dedicated to helping people build healthier lives. For nearly 60 years, we have provided substance use and mental health treatment that helps individuals, families, and communities find healing, hope, and lasting wellbeing.

Our mission is simple:

We help people build healthier lives. By combining clinical expertise with a person-centered approach, we help people build the skills, resilience, and support systems needed to create meaningful, lasting change. Why join us? Consider joining our team, where your impact can be truly meaningful. Our organization focuses on delivering high quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. By joining our team, you'll be working for an organization that values you and aims to be an employer of choice. You can expect to be part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth. When you join us, you have the opportunity to find both personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values.

Location:

 Caseyville Residential Treatment Facility - 600 W Lincoln Ave, Caseyville, IL 62232,

USA Work Schedule:

3 options available below 12:30pm-11pm: Wednesday-Saturday 2:30pm-11pm: Tuesday-Saturday 7am-5pm: Thursday-Sunday Residential Substance Abuse Counselors are responsible for: Preparing and facilitating group counseling sessions, educational programs, and lectures to assist clients in meeting therapeutic goals Conducting individual counseling to provide crises intervention, support & guidance, and address client behaviors and personal problems Documenting clients' progress and responses to treatment Maintaining client records; ensuring records are complete, accurate, and up to date Monitoring clients in medication self-administration Ensuring client safety and well-being Monitoring client behavior during social, recreational, or daily activities Enforcing house rules Scheduling, coordinating and transporting clients to appointments and maintaining the vehicle Collecting urine samples and administering breathalyzer Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalency required Minimum 6 months of previous experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling required Related work experience with a program specific population (adolescent/adult) in a residential treatment setting required

Physical Requirements:

Ability to walk and move about the facilities for up to two hours at a time, to monitor and interact with clients. Ability to speak with others in order to exchange information and provide counseling. Ability to record, proofread and check documents and files for accuracy on a regular basis. Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and data on a regular basis. Ability to respond to telephones, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noises. Ability to drive an automobile or van; remain alert to traffic conditions, and to identify and comply with traffic signals and signs Compensation (based on experience and credentials): $19.23 - $24.47 per hour Alpharus Health conducts annual reviews including merit increases. Benefits at

Alpharus:

Health and Wellness:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiums Employee assistance programs focused on mental health

Financial Wellbeing:

403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match Short-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Alpharus Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Flexibility and Time Off:

18 paid time off days per year - accrual rates increase with years of service 9 paid company holidays

Work-life-balance Personal Development:

Training & Development Programs Tuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar year eLearning access to online courses that provide CEU's and job-related training

Clinical Supervision:

Formal and informal guidance Alpharus Health is an

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.