LCDC Certified Substance Abuse Counselor- David Carrasco Job Corps Center

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Job Corps is the largest nationwide no-cost residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 50 years. With a mission to "attract eligible young people, teach them the skills they need to become employable and independent, and place them in meaningful jobs or further education," the program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment. Job Corps has trained and educated over two million individuals since 1964.
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LCDC Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
Position Summary
The Substance Abuse Counselor (TEAP Specialist) is responsible for the design, development and coordination of the Alcohol and Other Drugs of Abuse Prevention/Intervention Program.
Position Functions

• Designs, develops, and implements all programs related to substance use and abuse prevention and intervention in conjunction with the Mental Health Consultant and Health Services staff, center physician and Center Director
• Coordinates all programs designed to reduce and eliminate substance use and abuse.
• Conducts in-service training sessions with both staff and students in all areas related to substance use and abuse.
• Submits recommendations to the Academy Director for medical terminations related to substance misuse and abuse in conjunction with the Mental Health Consultant, center physician, Health and Wellness Administrator, etc.
• Acts as liaison between center and agency resource and referral contacts.
• Monitors behavior and progress of students involved in the Alcohol and Other Drugs of Abuse Prevention/Intervention Program
• Maintains confidential reports and records on all referrals and cases.
• Prepares and submits appropriate reports as required.
• Attends required staff training sessions.
• Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills including personal responsibility and computer fluency.
• Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property, adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
• Cultivates and maintains a climate on center that is free of harassment, intimidation, and disrespect to provide a safe place for staff and students to work and learn.

• Active, unrestricted Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Certificate holder
• Prefer One year of work-related experience within Substance Abuse.
• Prefer experience working with youth.
• Prefer Master's degree and previous experience with disadvantaged youth, particularly in a residential setting.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred.