Drug/Alcohol Abuse Counselor

Drug/Alcohol Abuse Counselor Location: Oconaluftee Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center, Cherokee, North Carolina Job Type: Part-Time, Based on Contract Requirements Position Overview The Drug/Alcohol Abuse Counselor provides substance misuse prevention, assessment, counseling, intervention, and case-management services to Job Corps students, generally ages 16–24. The counselor works with health, counseling, education, and other center staff to support student recovery, healthy decision-making, retention, and successful program participation. 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. Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, safety, infection-control, and Job Corps requirements. 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. Professional liability insurance of at least $1 million per occurrence / $3 million aggregate is required. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ladgov Corporation