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23.00 per hour | Memphis, TN, USA | Salary | 29-0000 Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations | Part Time

GENERAL FUNCTION:

Implements and maintains an effective trainee employee assistance program (TEAP), in compliance with DOL and management directives with emphasis placed on substance abuse awareness, prevention, staff training and networking with community resources.

•Makes assessments of all students to determine those who might need intervention due to substance use.•Conducts individual and group counseling to students who in need intervention.•Participates in the orientation of new students during the Career Preparation Period.•Ensures all students who test positive for drugs are retested within the 45-day probationary period.•Provides follow-up counseling to students who have completed TEAP to encourage and prevent relapse.•Provides prevention education to all student employees during all phases of the Job Corps program.•Conducts in-service training sessions with both staff and students in all areas related to substance use and abuse.•Collaborates with the recreational department in developing leisure time activities and incentives to reinforce an alcohol and drug free lifestyle.•Recommends medical separation with reinstatement for students who need alcohol and other drug treatment.•Acts as liaison between center and agency resource and referral contacts.•Maintains confidential reports and records on all referrals and cases.•Collaborates with CMHC.

QUALIFICATIONS

• State certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor

• 2 years of experience in work related field

• Must possess a valid driver license with an acceptable driving record.

ETR is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, hires individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications and ability to best meet the needs of the organization and our operations.

Minorities/Females/Veterans/ DisabilityBe advised, background and drug screens are required for all positions