Drug/Alcohol Abuse Counselor

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct substance misuse and abuse assessments, intake evaluations, and treatment planning
• Provide individual and group counseling, brief interventions, and referrals for additional treatment when needed
• Monitor students with substance-use concerns and coordinate case management with healthcare and counseling staff
• Collaborate with the Mental Health Consultant on students with co-occurring mental health and substance-use conditions
• Conduct drug testing and follow required chain-of-custody procedures
• Maintain accurate student health records, counseling documentation, and required reports
• Coordinate prevention, education, and wellness activities, including required annual substance-use prevention events
• Participate in TUPP, HEALS, and other center wellness initiatives

Minimum Qualifications

• Must hold an active, unrestricted substance abuse license or certification that meets the requirements of the state where services are provided
• Must maintain all required licenses, certifications, accreditations, and professional insurance throughout the contract period
• Must meet background-check and drug-testing requirements, if required
• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Must receive required DOL/Government approval before providing services