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About the Role

As a TEAP Specialist, you will play a critical role in helping young adults identify and overcome barriers related to substance use while providing education, counseling, and support that empowers students to make healthy decisions and successfully complete their education and career training. This position offers an opportunity to positively influence lives while gaining valuable experience in assessment, counseling, case management, prevention programming, crisis intervention, motivational interviewing, and behavioral health services.

Responsibilities

Conduct substance use screenings and assessments to identify students who may benefit from intervention services.
Provide individual and group counseling for students requiring substance use intervention.
Develop individualized support plans and monitor student progress.
Participate in New Student Orientation by educating students on substance use prevention and available support services.
Ensure students who test positive for drugs receive required follow-up testing within the 45-day probationary period.
Provide ongoing counseling and relapse prevention support for students completing the TEAP program.
Develop and present educational programs focused on substance use prevention, healthy decision-making, and wellness.
Conduct in-service training for staff regarding substance use awareness, early identification, intervention strategies, and available resources.
Coordinate referrals to community agencies for inpatient, outpatient, detoxification, and recovery support services as appropriate.
Build trusting relationships that encourage student engagement, accountability, and long-term success.
Maintain confidential records and documentation in accordance with federal, state, and organizational requirements.
Collaborate with Wellness, Counseling, Residential Services, Career Preparation, and other departments to provide comprehensive student support.

Requirements

Current New York State CASAC certification required (CASAC-T candidates are encouraged to apply).
Minimum of two years of experience in substance use counseling, behavioral health, mental health, or a related field.
Demonstrated ability to assess students for substance use disorders and determine appropriate levels of care.
Experience developing and implementing prevention and intervention programs.
Knowledge of motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, trauma-informed care, and recovery-oriented practices preferred.
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Skills

Addiction Counseling
Substance Use Disorder Counseling
Mental Health Counseling
Psychology
Social Work
Human Services
Behavioral Health
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Rehabilitation Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapy
Sociology
Public Health
Health Education
Nursing
Criminal Justice
Community Health
Case Management
Youth Development
Behavioral Sciences
Individual Counseling
Group Counseling
Substance Use Prevention
Crisis Intervention
Motivational Interviewing
Student Advocacy
Treatment Planning
Community Resource Coordination
Psychoeducation
Public Speaking and Training
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Documentation and Regulatory Compliance

Location

Medina, NY

Work Type

Professional

Experience Level

Minimum of two years of experience in substance use counseling, behavioral health, mental health, or a related field.

Education Level

CASAC certification
CASAC-T certification

Salary/Compensations

Starting at $25.58 per hour

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay
Low-cost medical insurance with affordable family coverage
Dental and Vision Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance and additional benefit options
Two weeks paid vacation
Two weeks paid sick leave
Twelve paid holidays (including two-day holidays for Thanksgiving and Christmas)
Short-Term Disability
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Free access to our fitness and cardio facilities
Low-cost meals in our dining hall ($2.00 per meal)

About the Company

Job Corps is the nation's largest residential education and career training program for young adults ages 16–24. For more than 50 years, Job Corps has helped students complete their education, develop career skills, and prepare for meaningful employment.
At Iroquois Job Corps, students receive career training in: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Bricklaying, Carpentry, Electrical, Painting.

Equal Opportunity

Iroquois Job Corps provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.