Substance Abuse Specialist

MTC Corrections•New Orleans, LA

About The Position

The Substance Abuse Specialist develops, implements, and maintains an effective trainee employee assistance program (TEAP) to raise awareness, support prevention, train staff, and connect with the community on substance use and abuse issues. The role works with students, counselors, center programs, and other departments to assess and address substance-related concerns and provide education and prevention services.

Requirements

Active, unrestricted substance abuse certification or license meeting the minimum state licensing or certification requirements to practice in the state where the center is located.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

Help develop procedures to coordinate and integrate TEAP components with other center programs, policies, and zero-tolerance requirements.
Assess students with identified substance use problems and work with students and counselors to develop and implement plans to modify or control those problems.
Provide TEAP/TUPP orientation and education to students and instructors.
Work with new students during the 45-day probation period on testing, assessments, and assistance plans; participate in the career preparation period and provide information about on- and off-center prevention activities.
Assess students who test positive for drugs or alcohol and develop assistance or intervention plans.
Provide input to the counseling, health/wellness, and human resources departments regarding referrals for students or staff with TEAP problems.
Provide ongoing comprehensive staff training on identifying and reporting substance abuse problems, individual counseling skills, and team building.
Conduct TEAP classes, group education, and prevention sessions, and provide materials, information, and peer support to students and staff.