Substance Abuse Specialist

Lamar Consolidated ISD; Rosenberg (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamar Consolidated ISD is seeking a Substance Abuse Specialist to provide targeted counseling and intervention for students at risk of alcohol and drug abuse. The role involves coordinating with teachers, health services, and families to implement prevention efforts within the curriculum.

The candidate should have a Texas LCDC license and experience in school-based counseling, with strong organizational and interpersonal skills to deliver staff training and community outreach.

Qualifications

• Two years of supervised counseling experience preferred.
• Valid Texas LCDC license required.
• Ability to coordinate with school staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Counseling and intervention for students at risk for alcohol and drug abuse.
• Consult with teachers and staff on referrals and prevention.
• Develop and coordinate a drug education program within the curriculum.
• Present drug awareness programs to parents, teachers, and students.
• Compile, maintain and file confidential records and reports.
• Comply with federal/state law, SBOE rules and district policy.
• Attend work as an essential function; other duties as assigned.

Skills

Counseling

Intervention

Group counseling

Staff training

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Resource coordination

Education

Texas LCDC license (DSHS)

Job description

Job Posting – Substance Abuse Specialist

JOB STATUS: UNTIL FILLED

POSTING DATE: 09/30/2026

POSTING NUMBER: 00008040

LOCATION: Alternative Learning Ctr

POSITION TITLE: Substance Abuse Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Primary Purpose: Provide specialized services to students at risk for alcohol and drug abuse.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Counseling and Intervention

• Provide intervention and individual and group chemical dependency counseling to students, family members, or significant others.

Consultation

• Consult with teachers and relevant staff concerning student referrals, drug abuse prevention, and identification of students at risk.
• Provide staff development training in assigned schools on early identification of student alcohol and drug involvement and intervention issues and serve as a consultant on drug abuse prevention and substance abuse topics for instructors in the school health program.

Program Management

• Develop and implement a drug education program working cooperatively with health services and counseling staff to integrate into the curriculum.
• Present drug awareness programs to parents, teachers, and students.
• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of drug abuse prevention services and intervention and make changes based on findings.
• Identify alcohol and drug treatment resources for students and parents and work closely with community agencies to increase awareness of access to resources.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including confidential client records.
• Comply with federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
• Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.Other duties as assigned.
• Attendance at work is an essential function.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or designee.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

EXPERIENCE:

• Two years of supervised counseling experience working with chemically dependent individuals preferred

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Texas chemical dependency counselor license (LCDC) granted by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
• Eligible for coverage under the District's vehicle insurance program

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of child development, with emphasis on adolescent needs
• Ability to provide substance abuse treatment and education
• Ability to work effectively with students and manage their behavior
• Ability to present to groups of students and adults
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

OTHER INFORMATION:

Working Conditions: Mental/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; frequent walking. Light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds), works inside/outside, prolonged or irregular hours, occasional districtwide travel, ability to maintain emotional control under stress.

JOB CONTACT INFORMATION:

APPLY TO:

The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

GROUP / GRADE: Wage/Hour Status: Exempt; Reports To: Principal, ALC; Date Revised: October 2018