Substance Abuse Counselor for Young Adults

ACI Federal; Darby (MT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness stipend

Job summary

ACI Federal, at Trapper Creek Job Corps Center in Darby, MT, seeks a Drug & Alcohol Counselor to provide counseling, education, and intervention services to help students pursue healthier, substance-free futures. The role centers on hands-on support, crisis intervention, and close collaboration with staff to ensure comprehensive student care.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, an LADC Montana certification, and 2+ years of counseling experience with young adults.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) or Montana certification – required.
• 2+ years of substance abuse counseling experience, ideally with adolescents or young adults.
• Strong grounding in counseling techniques, recovery models, and community resources.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills.
• Comfort working collaboratively in a diverse, student-centered setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead individual and group counseling sessions on substance abuse prevention, recovery, and life skills.
• Assess student needs through screenings, intake interviews, and ongoing evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with Job Corps guidelines.
• Provide crisis intervention and connect students to outside treatment resources when needed.
• Partner with center staff, healthcare providers, and community organizations for holistic student support.
• Facilitate workshops on substance abuse awareness, prevention, and healthy decision-making.
• Maintain accurate, confidential case records and progress reports.
• Champion a safe, drug-free center environment.

Skills

Counseling skills

Crisis intervention

Documentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

ACI Federal, at Trapper Creek Job Corps Center in Darby, MT, seeks a Drug & Alcohol Counselor to provide counseling, education, and intervention services to help students pursue healthier, substance-free futures. The role centers on hands-on support, crisis intervention, and close collaboration with staff to ensure comprehensive student care.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, an LADC Montana certification, and 2+ years of counseling experience with young adults.