Certified Substance Abuse Counselor

our Program • Washington, DC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Addiction Counselor designs, develops, and implements substance use and abuse prevention and intervention programs in coordination with the Mental Health Consultant, Health Services staff, center physician, and Center Director. The role coordinates programs to reduce and eliminate substance use and abuse in accordance with Department of Labor and Job Corps guidelines. The counselor provides in-service training to staff and students, monitors students participating in the Alcohol and Other Drugs of Abuse Prevention/Intervention Program, maintains confidential referral and case records, and submits recommendations for medical terminations related to substance misuse and abuse in coordination with relevant center staff.

The position is based at Potomac Job Corps in Washington, DC. Job Corps is a nationwide residential career training program that helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete high school, prepare for careers, and obtain employment.

Requirements

• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) certification or Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) credential required.
• Pass a drug screen in compliance with the Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.

Nice To Haves

• One year of work-related experience.
• Experience working with youth.
• Master’s degree and previous experience with disadvantaged youth, particularly in a residential setting.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement substance use and abuse prevention and intervention programs in coordination with the Mental Health Consultant, Health Services staff, center physician, and Center Director.
• Coordinate programs to reduce and eliminate substance use and abuse in compliance with Department of Labor and Job Corps guidelines.
• Conduct in-service training sessions for staff and students on substance use and abuse.
• Submit recommendations to the Center Director for medical terminations related to substance misuse and abuse, in coordination with relevant center staff.
• Monitor the behavior and progress of students involved in the Alcohol and Other Drugs of Abuse Prevention/Intervention Program.
• Maintain confidential reports and records on referrals and cases.

Benefits

• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 19 days of paid time off in the first year.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability.
• Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Voluntary term life insurance.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
• PTO Exchange.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed