What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substances Abuse Counselor (LCDC) position at Equus?
Company Description
Our Job Corps programs provide life-changing services that help young people succeed in school, obtain good jobs, excel in their chosen fields, and serve as contributing members of their communities. We accomplish this through an intense commitment to safety, quality service, excellence, and partnerships.
Job Description
- Conducts Trainee Employee Assistance Program assessments, develops intervention plans, and makes referrals for identified students. Develops, implements, and facilitates Trainee Employee Assistance Program prevention groups and programs
- Provides counseling, relapse prevention, and prevention education
- Networks with center staff and community agencies to provide support services to students. Participates in department system for student feedback and concerns
- Assists in developing center operating procedures for program components
- Works with the Center Mental Health Consultant, Center Physician, Health Services staff and other designated staff to ensure intervention components are fully understood and integrated in the center
- Works in conjunction with the Recreation Department to assist in developing leisure activities and incentives to reinforce Trainee Employee Assistance Program lifestyle
- Acts as liaison to Center Mental Health Consultant and Center Standards Officer for Trainee Employee Assistance Program issues
- Performs quality assurance record audits. Maintains Trainee Employee Assistance Program statistics for quarterly reporting to Department of Labor
- Assures collection and handling comply with chain of custody procedures
- Supports Center Tobacco Use Prevention Program through education and training
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree from a four year college or university, or equivalent combination of Education and training
- Certificate from A recognized state or National credentialing Board for drug and/or alcohol counseling
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.
When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.
At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.
