Alcohol & Substance Abuse Specialist

Alcohol Drug Abuse Specialist (TEAP Specialist)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Why Join Job Corps?

• Be part of a national program dedicated to transforming lives through education, training, and personal growth

• Work in a mission-driven environment where your expertise directly impacts students’ futures

• Enjoy opportunities for professional development and training

• Contribute to a supportive, team-oriented culture focused on student success and workforce readiness

Position Summary

The Alcohol Drug Abuse Specialist, also known as the Trainee Employee Assistance Program (TEAP) Specialist, plays a vital role in supporting Job Corps students’ health, wellness, and career readiness. This position provides education, prevention, and intervention services related to substance use and abuse, while fostering a safe, supportive, and mission-driven environment that empowers young people to succeed in training and in life.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional & Educational Duties

• Deliver structured group instruction on substance abuse awareness, prevention, and healthy decision-making

• Integrate lessons into the Career Success Standards curriculum, ensuring students understand the impact of substance use on employability and workplace safety

• Develop and maintain lesson plans, educational materials, and workshops tailored to diverse learning needs

• Provide orientation sessions for new students on Job Corps’ zero-tolerance policies and wellness resources

Student Support & Counseling

• Conduct individual assessments to identify students at risk for substance use issues

• Provide short-term counseling, motivational interviewing, and referrals to community resources when needed

• Collaborate with the Center Mental Health Consultant, Wellness staff, and Residential Advisors to ensure coordinated student care

• Support students in developing coping strategies, relapse prevention skills, and personal responsibility

Compliance & Program Management

• Ensure compliance with the Job Corps Policy and Requirements Handbook (PRH) regarding TEAP services

• Maintain accurate and confidential records of student participation, progress, and referrals

• Participate in case management meetings and contribute to student success planning

• Provide staff training on recognizing and responding to substance use concerns

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred

• Certification or licensure in substance abuse counseling (CADC, LADC, or equivalent) strongly preferred

• Minimum 2 years of experience in substance abuse prevention, counseling, or education

• Experience working with at-risk youth or young adults is highly desirable

• Strong communication, facilitation, and motivational skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary, mission-driven environment