Substance Abuse Counselor

amityfdn· Counselor
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📍 10496 E Tanque Verde RD, Tucson AZ 85749Full Time💰 USD 18–18

About this 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:

  • 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
  • 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
  • Prepares reporting and documentation as required by Amity and contract compliance. Protects student's health, safety, welfare, and confidentiality of student records.
  • Attending workshops, meetings, and training as requested by supervisor.
  • May serve as Community Advocate role in addition to job as requested by community leadership.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

  • Education and Experience:

    • Required:
  • 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.

    • Preferred:
  • Experience with the fundamentals of the Therapeutic Teaching Community.
  • Understand of causes, symptoms, and effects of substance abuse.

  • Certifications or Licenses:

    • Required:
  • 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.

    • Skills/Abilities:
  • 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.

What We Offer:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision.
  • Paid vacation, sick time, & holidays.
  • 401K, HSA, & Life insurance programs.
  • Organization committed to community action.
  • Community oriented workplace. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Substance Abuse Counselor role at amityfdn?
The listed salary for this Substance Abuse Counselor position at amityfdn is USD 18–18. This is an Full Time role.
Where is the Substance Abuse Counselor position at amityfdn located?
This Substance Abuse Counselor role at amityfdn is based in 10496 E Tanque Verde RD, Tucson AZ 85749. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Substance Abuse Counselor role at amityfdn full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time position. It is posted as a Substance Abuse Counselor role in the Counselor department at amityfdn.
Which team or department does the Substance Abuse Counselor at amityfdn belong to?
This Substance Abuse Counselor position is part of the Counselor department at amityfdn. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Substance Abuse Counselor job at amityfdn posted?
This Substance Abuse Counselor position at amityfdn was posted on Sep 4, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Substance Abuse Counselor
amityfdn · 💰 USD 18–18
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