Substance Abuse Center Director (Hosp. Op.) jobs in Leominster, MA

Do you enjoy working with young adults, thrive in a fast-paced environment and appreciate the rewards that comes with success? Then check out the opportunities at the Grafton Job Corps Center a federally-funded residential vocational training facility. Our mission is to provide career-based technical and academic training and job placement assistance to low-income youth ages 16-24.

We are seeking a licensed substance abuse counselor who is passionate about helping young people. This position works 8am-5pm Monday-Friday and has a wage of $25.58 per hour.

POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible to develop and facilitate the Center’s alcohol, drug and tobacco prevention program. Educates and counsels students to reduce and prevent drug-related separations from the program. Develops individualized case management plans to enhance student retention and success. Ensures confidentiality of sensitive information and compliance with all HIPAA laws.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school preferred. A minimum of one year experience in drug/alcohol counseling or related field required. Valid, active, unrestricted in-state License or Certification in Substance Abuse Counseling/Prevention required. Regional Approval required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Follows all integrity guidelines and procedures and ensures no manipulation of student data.
 Develops and implements alcohol, drug and tobacco prevention activities and integrates services into Center’s programmatic functions.
 Develops and coordinates community resources for educating students on substance use and abuse.
 Administers Center’s drug testing program to promote a drug-free environment.
 Responsible to provide students with comprehensive and individualized case management ensuring student progress, retention and completion of the Job Corps program. Establishes supportive/mentoring relationships with students throughout their enrollment and provides substance abuse counseling and education.
 Counsels students individually and in groups on substance abuse.
 Produces quality work/assignments in a thorough, timely and accurate manner.
 Maintains appropriate personal attendance, accountability and work productivity standards.
 Plans, prioritizes and organizes assignments to meet established goals and deadlines.
 Understands and applies job knowledge to effectively complete all required job responsibilities. Proactively maintains the skills required to perform job duties.
 Mentors, monitors and models the Career Success Standards as required by the PRH.
 Shows respect and courtesy to students and holds them accountable for their actions and behavior.
 Provides quality programs and services for students and ensures that quality is maintained and student needs are met. Pursues improvement and enhancement of programs and services.
 Exchanges ideas and information, both orally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner and contributes meaningfully to group efforts by offering relevant ideas and knowledge. Provides quality and timely information to DOL/Company when requested.
 Effectively articulates thoughts and ideas. Identifies problems, analyzes causes and evaluates appropriate solutions prior to taking or recommending actions. Follows up to ensure prompt/appropriate action is taken and that problems are in fact corrected.
 Works in partnership with staff from all Departments to ensure effective supervision and services are provided to students.

Salary: $49,500 annual

Hours: 30 hours per week with potential to increase to 40 hours. Typical hours are between 8am-5pm.

Benefits for full time employees:

• 11 paid holidays a year
• Accrued vacation and sick time
• Medical, Dental, and Vision, including option of HSA/FSA
• 401k and Employee Stock Ownership after one year of service
• Paid STD/LTD, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Will Preparation, Travel Assistance, and Identity Theft

Adams and Associates, Inc. is a 100% employee owned company subcontracted to run Job Corps Centers under the guidance of the DOL.
EOE
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.58 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Public Health

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• CADC or LADC (Required)

Work Location: In person