Alcohol & Substance Abuse Specialist
ACI Federal Inc
Location
Franklin, North Carolina
Quick overview
The specialist provides substance abuse education, prevention, and intervention services to students while maintaining compliance with program policies. They also conduct individual assessments, facilitate group workshops, and collaborate with wellness staff to support student success.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and possess a required substance abuse counseling certification (CADC, LADC, or equivalent). A minimum of two years of experience in substance abuse prevention or counseling is also required.
Job description
- Job Posting TitleAlcohol & Substance Abuse Specialist
- PT - 20 hrs a week M,W,Th
Job Description
Alcohol Drug Abuse Specialist (TEAP Specialist)
Location
Lyndon B. Johnson Corps Center – Macon, NC
Employment Type
- PART
- TIME - 20 hours week
- Tuesday 12:30 - -6:30,
- Wednesday 8:30 to 5pm and
- Thursday 12:30 - 6:30
- Why Join Lyndon B. Johnson 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) REQUIRED
- 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
Benefits
- Professional development
- Training opportunities