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| Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer | |
| Agency: MECCA Services | Date Posted: 05/07/2008 |
| Description: MECCA Services, one of Iowa’s largest not-for-profit providers of substance abuse treatment and prevention services has been providing quality care to its clients for over 40 years. This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive organization that serves counties in Eastern and Central Iowa. MECCA provides detoxification, a continuum of treatment and prevention, transitional housing, gambling treatment, behavioral health services and case management. Specialty programs include those for persons with HIV/AIDS, women, co-occurring conditions, and EAP services. The Executive Director/CEO reports to the Board of Directors and directs all clinical programming, prevention services, marketing, fund development, public relations, finance, IT, and human resources. The Executive Director/CEO is also actively involved in representing MECCA at local, state, and national work groups and organizations. Ideal candidates will possess: • Masters degree in health, human services, or a related field • Minimum of 10 years of experience with substance abuse and mental health services. Experience with prevention services desired. • Minimum of 5 years of successful management experience in similar programs • Effective verbal and written communication skills • Demonstrated ability to work at both strategic and tactical levels, including implementation of evidence-based practices • Strong leadership skills, including people, processes, projects and budgets • Proven record of securing funding through county, state and federal sources, as well as private and foundation grants • Demonstrated experience leading a mission-driven, community-based organization, preferably a not-for-profit Iowa is in the heart of the Midwest and offers an excellent quality of life, exceptional educational systems, and the beauty of the seasons. | |
| Apply to: For consideration, send a resume to MECCA Services, Attn: Human Resources, 430 Southgate Avenue, Iowa City, Iowa 52240 | |
| Email: resumes@meccaia.com | |
| Website: www.meccaservices.com | |
| Prevention Specialist. | |
| Agency: Area Substance Abuse Council | Date Posted: 05/02/2008 |
| Description: Full time prevention specialist positions are now available in both Benton and Linn Counties providing substance abuse prevention programming, including parenting programs, smoking cessation classes, and community mobilization to address underage drinking. Interest in working with high risk adult populations a plus! Must have strong communication skills and ability to manage large projects independently. BA preferred. | |
| Apply to: Send resume and cover letter to: Area Substance Abuse Council Prevention Services 3536 18th Avenue SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 | |
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| Website: www.asac.us/prevention.html. | |
| Therapist I,II, or III-Phoenix In-Jail Program | |
| Agency: Jackson Recovery Centers | Date Posted: 05/01/2008 |
| Description: Phoenix In-Jail Program Full time, primarily days. Bachelor’s degree and experience in human services, eligible for IBSAC certification. Master’s degree, advanced certification, and/or professional licensure preferred. Primary responsibilities will include conducting assessments and developing recommendations for candidates for the Phoenix program, consulting with the court, attorneys, jail officials and other parties in the judicial process, conducting evaluations, making recommendations, and managing cases with the Ida-Cherokee-Denison drug court project, and related duties. $13-$25/hour ***THERAPIST POSITIONS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR $1,000 HIRING BONUS | |
| Apply to: Please send your application or resume to Jackson Recovery Centers Main Office: Jackson Recovery Centers Main Office: 800 5th Street, Suite 200, Sioux City, Iowa 51101 (712)234-2300 or fax (712)234-2398 | |
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| Website: www.jacksonrecovery.com | |
| Therapist I, II, III***-Adolescent Services | |
| Agency: Jackson Recovery Centers | Date Posted: 05/01/2008 |
| Description: Days to evenings, on-call Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services plus 1 year experience in human services field OR High School Diploma or Equivalency plus 3 years experience in the addictions field. Eligible for IBSAC certification. Master’s Degree, advanced certification and/or professional licensure preferred. Primary therapist for a variety of addicted and psychiatrically affected patients in an outpatient or residential setting. Assessment, treatment planning, group and individual therapy, and discharge planning $13-$25/hour ***THERAPIST POSITIONS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR $1,000 HIRING BONUS | |
| Apply to: Please send your application or resume to Jackson Recovery Centers Main Office: Jackson Recovery Centers Main Office: 800 5th Street, Suite 200, Sioux City, Iowa 51101 (712)234-2300 or fax (712)234-2398 | |
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| Website: www.jacksonrecovery.com | |
| Addiction Counselor Adolescent Residential. | |
| Agency: JACKSON RECOVERY CENTER | Date Posted: 05/01/2008 |
| Description: Fulltime, days to evenings Bachelor’s Degree and experience in human services. Strong skills with adolescents, good interpersonal and communication skills. This is an entry-level opportunity to develop skills in substance abuse treatment and to prepare an individual for certification as a substance abuse therapist. Assist primary therapist in a variety of activities, including assessment, treatment planning, group and individual therapy, and discharge planning. Monitor patient milieu in evenings. $11-$16/hour | |
| Apply to: PLEASE SEND YOUR APPLICATION OR RESUME TO JACKSON RECOVERY CENTERS MAIN OFFICE: 800 5th Street, Suite 200, SIOUX CITY, IOWA 51101 (712) 234-2300 Applications may also be faxed to (712) 234-2398 | |
| Email: You may also apply online at www.jacksonrecovery.com by selecting the Employment Button. | |
| Website: www.jacksonrecovery.com | |
| Substance Abuse Counselor. | |
| Agency: New Opportunities, Inc. | Date Posted: 05/01/2008 |
| Description: New Opportunities, Inc. is seeking a full time Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team of professionals. BA, BS in Counseling, Social Work, Human Services, or related field is required. Must be IBSAC certified or certifiable. Position includes evaluation, assessment, referral, group facilitation, individual/family counseling, and case management. EOE | |
| Apply to: Send cover letter and resume to Carla Morrow, Human Resource Director, New Opportunities, Inc. Post Office Box 427, Carroll, IA 51401. Ad#0807 | |
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| Website: www.newopp.org | |
| Fulltime Addictions Counselor. | |
| Agency: Community and Family Resources, Inc. | Date Posted: 04/30/2008 |
| Description: Fulltime Addictions Counselor position is now open for a certified addictions counselor with experience in serving the criminal justice and dual diagnosis populations. CFR provides a professional work environment; friendly, team-oriented coworkers; and an excellent reputation for quality services. Excellent benefits including health and dental insurance, generous paid time off, holidays, IPERS and 401K, paid training and more. AA/EOE | |
| Apply to: Send cover letter, resume and three references to Steve Stonehocker, Chief Operations Officer, Community and Family Resources, Inc. 726 South 17th Street, Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501 Phone: 515-576-7261 | |
| Email: steves@cfrhelps.org | |
| Website: www.cfrhelps,org | |
| Substance Abuse Counselor | |
| Agency: MECCA- Iowa City | Date Posted: 04/23/2008 |
| Description: Responsibilities include individual and group counseling, case management, development and implementation of treatment strategies, and documentation. The successful candidate must be flexible, work as part of a team and be comfortable working with individuals with multiple life challenges. Experience working with adolescents and ability to speak Spanish desired. Bachelor’s degree in human services field and two years of substance abuse and/or mental health experience required. | |
| Apply to: MECCA Services Attn: Human Resources 430 Southgate Ave. Iowa City, Iowa 52240 | |
| Email: resumes@meccaia.com | |
| Website: www.meccaservices.com/employment.html | |
| Dosing Nurse | |
| Agency: Cedar Valley Recovery Services | Date Posted: 04/23/2008 |
| Description: Dosing nurse wanted for PT hours at Cedar Rapids location. | |
| Apply to: Send resume to Cedar Valley Recovery Services, Inc. Fax 319-268-2265 Attn: Melissa | |
| Email: otp@cvrsinc.com | |
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