Virtual – Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (TEAP)

Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (TEAP Counselor)
Adams and Associates, Inc. dba Mississippi Job Corps Center, is seeking compassionate and enthusiastic individuals with a desire to counsel, teach, learn and join in our community as Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselors (TEAP Counselors). This groundbreaking opportunity not only will allow you to work a flexible schedule (4 hours week), and work directly with our Job Corps’ student population, but will also enhance your training and experience in the field.

Mississippi Job Corps Center is a safe place where students can grow in an environment that fosters trust; where new values can be formed; responsibility developed and lasting relationships built.

Requirements for the position include:

• A minimum of one year experience in drug/alcohol counseling or related field.
• Valid, active, unrestricted in-state License or Certification in Substance Abuse Counseling/Prevention
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school preferred

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible to develop and facilitate the Center’s alcohol, drug and tobacco prevention program. Educates and counsels students to reduce and prevent drug-related separations from the program. Develops individualized case management plans to enhance student retention and success. Ensures confidentiality of sensitive information and compliance with all HIPAA laws.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school preferred. A minimum of one year experience in drug/alcohol counseling or related field required. Valid, active, unrestricted in-state License or Certification in Substance Abuse Counseling/Prevention required. Regional Approval required.

MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISION:

N/A

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Follows all integrity guidelines and procedures and ensures no manipulation of student data.

Develops and implements alcohol, drug and tobacco prevention activities and integrates services into Center’s programmatic functions.

Develops and coordinates community resources for educating students on substance use and abuse.

Administers Center’s drug testing program to promote a drug-free environment.

Responsible to provide students with comprehensive and individualized case management ensuring student progress, retention and completion of the Job Corps program.

Establishes supportive/mentoring relationships with students throughout their enrollment and provides substance abuse counseling and education.

Counsels students individually and in groups on substance abuse.

Produces quality work/assignments in a thorough, timely and accurate manner.

Maintains appropriate personal attendance, accountability and work productivity standards.

Plans, prioritizes and organizes assignments to meet established goals and deadlines.

Understands and applies job knowledge to effectively complete all required job responsibilities. Proactively maintains the skills required to perform job duties.

Mentors, monitors and models the Career Success Standards as required by the PRH.

Shows respect and courtesy to students and holds them accountable for their actions and behavior.

Provides quality programs and services for students and ensures that quality is maintained and student needs are met. Pursues improvement and enhancement of programs and services.

Exchanges ideas and information, both orally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner and contributes meaningfully to group efforts by offering relevant ideas and knowledge.

Provides quality and timely information to DOL/Company when requested.

Effectively articulates thoughts and ideas. Identifies problems, analyzes causes and evaluates appropriate solutions prior to taking or recommending actions. Follows up to ensure prompt/appropriate action is taken and that problems are in fact corrected.

Works in partnership with staff from all Departments to ensure effective supervision and services are provided to students.

***Consent Policy***

At Adams and Associates we strive to provide a safe and healthy workplace for all applicants, staff and students, encouraging vaccinations to eliminate the possible spread of the COVID virus. Likewise, as a federal government contractor, Adams and Associates, Inc. must comply with President Biden’s Executive Order which requires all employees to be vaccinated for COVID-19, absent a legal exemption for medical or religious purposes.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $21.63 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: One location