Part-Time Prevention Counselor

Job Summary:

Our Prevention Counselor is responsible for developing implementing and monitoring programs aimed at preventing substance abuse bullying and other harmful behaviors among students. This role involves providing counseling services conducting educational workshops collaborating with teachers parents and community resources and promoting a safe healthy and supportive K-12 school environment.

Part-Time Position (2 days)

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Additional duties may be assigned)

A. Client Services:

1. Provide intervention services including individual group or family counseling to students identified as at risk for substance abuse/use and related concerns.

2. Provide outreach services to engage students and families who may be unable to access services elsewhere.

3. Maintain client records as required.

4. Conduct assessments at intake to determine each clients/students individual needs.

5. Develop individualized services plans for each client/student addressing all needs identified at intake including appropriate support services.

6. Network with other schools or agencies for client services and appropriate referrals.

7. Provide case management services to all clients until the substance use issues are resolved or more appropriate services are identified and the client is successfully referred.

8. Provide follow-up/after care services for clients/students as appropriate.

9. Maintain client confidentiality in accordance with Federal Law.

B. School/Community:

1. Provide outreach services to school and community groups in the form of classroom curriculum presentations substance awareness presentations and/or in-service to faculty or other agencies.

2. Consult with school and/or community agencies as needed.

3. As time permits be available to the students parents faculty and the community at-large.

C. Agency:

1. Attend staff meetings and consultations as well as participate in case conferences.

2. Actively participate in supervision with the Program Director.

3. Compile data on monthly activities.

4. Attend trainings and workshops to keep abreast of current substance use trends techniques and for skill development.

5. Prepare and develop prevention counseling/education materials.

6. Maintain active professional licensure and certifications by ensuring timely renewals and completing any required continuing education or training. Keep up to date with credentialing requirements and ensure all documentation is current and compliant with organizational and regulatory standards.

7. Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.