Youth Substance Use Counselor - Assessments & Education

York County, VA; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

York County Psychological and Substance Use Services Program seeks a qualified professional to perform routine substance use screening and assessments for youth. The role delivers psycho-social interviews, urine screens, and education/anger management classes, with documentation and reporting to referring agencies.

You will maintain client files, track service hours, attend team meetings, and travel as needed to Williamsburg, York, Gloucester and surrounding counties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field required.
• 2 years of experience working with socially or emotionally maladjusted youth.
• Experience with counseling techniques, crisis intervention preferred.
• CPR and Basic First Aid certification required.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license and ability to pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine substance use screening and assessments using various instruments.
• Conduct psycho-social interviews with youth and parents; administer urine screens as needed.
• Facilitate online or in-person substance use education and anger management classes.
• Write and deliver reports on client progress to referring agencies.
• Draft assessment results and case closure summaries; maintain client documentation.
• Maintain accurate data on service hours and participate in team meetings.
• Travel to multiple locations as required; operate a motor vehicle safely.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Counseling techniques

Documentation

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Job description

York County Psychological and Substance Use Services Program seeks a qualified professional to perform routine substance use screening and assessments for youth. The role delivers psycho-social interviews, urine screens, and education/anger management classes, with documentation and reporting to referring agencies.

You will maintain client files, track service hours, attend team meetings, and travel as needed to Williamsburg, York, Gloucester and surrounding counties.