Substance Abuse Specialist

Education & Training Resources LLC • Batesville, MS

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About The Position

The TEAP/Health Instructor is responsible for implementing and maintaining an effective trainee employee assistance program (TEAP) that complies with Department of Labor (DOL) and management directives. The focus is on substance abuse awareness, prevention, staff training, and networking with community resources.

Requirements

• State certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor.
• 2 years of experience in work related field.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Makes assessments of all students to determine those who might be in need of intervention due to substance use.
• Conducts individual and group counseling to students who are in need of intervention.
• Participates in the orientation of new students during the Career Preparation Period.
• Ensures all students who test positive for drugs are retested within the 45 day probationary period.
• Provides follow-up counseling to students who have completed TEAP to encourage and prevent relapse.
• Provides prevention education to all student employees during all phases of the Job Corps program.
• Conducts in-service training sessions with both staff and students in all areas related to substance use and abuse.
• Collaborates with the recreational department in developing leisure time activities and incentives to reinforce an alcohol and drug free lifestyle.
• Recommends medical separation with reinstatement for students who are in need of alcohol and other drug treatment.
• Acts as liaison between center and agency resource and referral contacts.
• Maintains confidential reports and records on all referrals and cases.
• Collaborates with CMHC.
• Models appropriate behaviors, mentors students and monitors both positive and negative behaviors through interventions.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees