Substance Use – TEAP Specialist

Job Description

Reports to the Health and Wellness Manager and is a salaried, exempt position. Responsible for the design, development and coordination of the Alcohol and Other Drugs of Abuse Prevention/Intervention Program. Demonstrates on-going commitment to preparing young people for the workforce by modeling, mentoring, and monitoring excellence in the eight Career Success Standards of: workplace relations and ethics; information management; communications; multicultural awareness;

personal growth and development; career and personal planning; interpersonal skills and independent living.

• 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 Center 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.
• May assist with other tasks as needed.

St. Louis, Missouri

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field. Must have state certification in alcohol and drug counseling.
• Minimum of MAADC II credential.
• Three years of work-related experience.
• Prefer Master’s degree and previous experience with disadvantaged youth, particularly in a residential setting.
• Active, unrestricted substance abuse license or certification that meets minimum state licensing or certification requirements to practice in the state where the center is located.
• Valid State driver’s license in the state of employment with acceptable driving record.

Additional Requirements:

• Broad-based knowledge of counseling techniques. Knowledgeable in the area of alcohol and other drugs of abuse intervention programs.
• Ability to design, develop and implement a program related to alcohol and other drugs of abuse and interventions.
• Training skills in both individual and group counseling methods.
• Good organizational skills.
• Must obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid certification.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to communicate effectively and relate to trainee population.
• Position requires an ability to operate office equipment.
• In addition, individual must be able to interact with team members and maintain an effective working relationship with all facility staff and departments.

Working Conditions:

This position involves frequent sitting, standing, and walking. Applicant must be able to see, hear, and speak.

Environmental Demands:
Position requires ability to spend 15% of work time outside and 85% of work time indoors; ability to withstand moderate noise levels, including voice levels 90% of work time; ability to work in high temperature settings during the summer months; and ability to work in low temperature settings in winter months.