Substance Use Disorder Assessor - CO Corrections

Hybrid F/T Correctional Substance Use Disorder Assessor

MindCare Solutions, a clinician-owned and operated leader in comprehensive mental health care, is seeking a Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) or Certified Addiction Specialist (CAS), with LPC, LCSW, or LMFT also accepted, to provide high-quality mental health and substance use services within a corrections facility. Join a growing organization with a strong, team-first culture and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals who need it most.

Rate: negotiable

Job Type: Full-time, Monday through Friday

Locations: Hybrid – virtual assessments plus periodic on-site/statewide coverage.

Denver, CO

Cañon City, CO

Colorado Springs, CO

Position Summary:

• Complete substance use disorder (SUD) and behavioral health assessments for incarcerated individuals, including reassessments as needed.
• Conduct approximately 4–5 assessments per day through telehealth and on-site services.
• Utilize ASAM criteria and criminogenic-risk factors to determine appropriate levels of care and treatment recommendations.
• Provide brief therapeutic interventions, counseling, education, and support for substance use and co-occurring disorders.
• Collaborate with CDOC SUD leadership, mental health professionals, correctional staff, and other members of the treatment team.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and records in accordance with applicable standards.
• Assist with crisis intervention, referrals, and continuity of care during transfers or transitions to outside services.
• Provide clinical recommendations and consultation regarding treatment and behavioral health needs.
• Support efforts to reduce the existing assessment backlog

Qualifications:

• Preferred: Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC)
• Preferred: Certified Addiction Specialist (CAS)
• Also acceptable: LPC, LCSW or LMFT
• Candidates without an addiction-specific credential must have demonstrated SUD and assessment experience
• Experience performing SUD/ASAM assessments strongly preferred
• Correctional experience strongly preferred
• Comfortable working with incarcerated populations
• Able/willing to travel to facilities as required
• Must be able to meet background/security requirements

Benefits (W2): 

• Clinician-first mentality 
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Competitive Salary 
• Malpractice Coverage 
• Full Health & Wellness Benefits 
• HSA/FSA 
• 401k with 4% match 
• Disability 
• Life/ Ad&D 
• Positive/Motivated Culture 
• Company-Paid Holidays 
• Flextime 
• PTO