Substance Abuse Counselor

About the role

Join the team at the Earle C. Clements Job Corps Center in Morganfield, KY as a Substance Abuse Counselor. You'll make a lasting impact by providing support, guidance, and hope to those in need.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain an effective trainee employee assistance program (TEAP) to spread awareness, aid in prevention, train staff and network with the community in relation to substance use/abuse issues.
• Collaborate with new students for testing, assessments, and development of assistance plans during the 45-day probation period.
• Provide assessment and assistance/intervention plan for any student who tests positive for drugs or alcohol.
• Offer input to counseling, health/wellness, and human resources departments for necessary referrals of students and/or staff with TEAP problems.
• Conduct TEAP classes, group education sessions, materials and information, peer support, and other prevention sessions for students/staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in education, behavioral science, or related field required.
• Must be certified for drug and alcohol counseling.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record required.

Qualifications

Commensurate with experience.

Skills

Commensurate with experience.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, prescription drug and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Professional development assistance.
• Career advancement opportunities.

Pay

$30.00 per hour.

Schedule

Full Time, 8hr shifts, Monday – Friday.