Substance Abuse Counselor
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Location10496 E Tanque Verde RD, Tucson AZ 85749
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Experience1+ yrs
DepartmentDragonFly - AZ, Counselor
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedSep 4, 2026 · 2mo ago
Verified live3d ago
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Bachelors' degree in a behavioral health field and one-year experience in a Substance abuse or behavioral health treatment facility
High School diploma or equivalent G.E.D., and a combination of Behavioral health education work experience totaling a minimum of two years
Knowledge of therapeutic community processes, methods, and design, including small-group dynamics
Valid Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance card
Current valid CPR and First Aid certification
CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) & ESR (Emergency Service Response) certification
Tuberculosis test from health professional
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Electronic Medical Record, or similar software
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to maintain confidential information
Ability to operate general office equipment
Demonstrates an understanding of human emotions with a high level of empathy
Ability to exercise an amount of empathy and understand the importance of role-reversal
Demonstrates skill in patience, active listening, and interest in diverse life stories
Good verbal and written communication skills with a genuine enthusiasm for helping people
Experience with the fundamentals of the Therapeutic Teaching Community
Understand of causes, symptoms, and effects of substance abuse
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
Electronic Medical Record
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid vacation
Paid sick time
Paid holidays
401(k)
HSA
Life insurance
About the role
Amity Foundation, an internationally acclaimed Teaching, and Therapeutic Community is seeking compassionate and enthusiastic individuals with a desire to teach, learn and join our community as a Counselor. This groundbreaking opportunity will allow you to work with our prison and re-entry programs helping the community and will also enhance your training and experience in the field.
About Amity:
Amity Foundation is a safe place where people can change in an environment that fosters trust; where new values can be formed; responsibility developed, and lasting relationships built. Amity is dedicated to the inclusion and habilitation of people marginalized by addiction, homelessness, trauma, criminality, incarceration, poverty, racism, sexism, and violence. Amity is committed to research, development implementation, and dissemination of information regarding community building.
Remembrance, Resolution, Reconciliation, Restoration, Renewal
The Counselor (Demonstrator) responsible for providing group, individual sessions, and related rehabilitative treatment services to substance abuse students in an outpatient setting. Provides direct services and related rehabilitative treatment services.
Full-Time
Location: Tucson, Arizona
On-site
Non-Exempt (Hourly)
What You Will Do:
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Leads and participates in group, individual, and therapeutic processes under the supervision of a certified behavioral health professional. Participates significantly with students in determining short and long-range goals and treatment plans
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Observes, records, evaluates changes in appearance, behavior, and demeanor of the student, while maintaining accurate and timely student records of sensitive nature. Evaluates emergencies and takes appropriate action
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Prepares reporting and documentation as required by Amity and contract compliance. Protects student’s health, safety, welfare, and confidentiality of student records.
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Attending workshops, meetings, and training as requested by supervisor.
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May serve as Community Advocate role in addition to job as requested by community leadership.
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Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
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Education and Experience:
Required:
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Bachelors’ degree in a behavioral health field and one-year experience in a Substance abuse or behavioral health treatment facility; OR High School diploma or equivalent G.E.D., and a combination of Behavioral health education work experience totaling a minimum of two years; OR Knowledge of therapeutic community processes, methods, and design, including small-group dynamics.
Nice to have
Preferred:
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Experience with the fundamentals of the Therapeutic Teaching Community.
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Understand of causes, symptoms, and effects of substance abuse.
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Certifications or Licenses:
Required:
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Valid Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance card.
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Current valid CPR and First Aid certification.
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CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) & ESR (Emergency Service Response) certification.
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Tuberculosis test from health professional.
Skills/Abilities:
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Electronic Medical Record, or similar software.
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Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to maintain confidential information.
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Ability to operate general office equipment.
•
Demonstrates an understanding of human emotions with a high level of empathy.
•
Ability to exercise an amount of empathy and understand the importance of role-reversal.
•
Demonstrates skill in patience, active listening, and interest in diverse life stories.
•
Good verbal and written communication skills with a genuine enthusiasm for helping people.
What We Offer:
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Medical, Dental, Vision.
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Paid vacation, sick time, & holidays.
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401K, HSA, & Life insurance programs.
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Organization committed to community action.
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Community oriented workplace.