Drug & Alcohol Counselor

Job Posting Title:
Drug & Alcohol Counselor

Job Description

Drug & Alcohol Counselor

Location: Darby, MT

Employment Type: Full-Time

Pay Rate: $27.30/hr + $5.09 Health & Wellness

Schedule:

• 8am-4:30pm Monday-Friday

Help Young Adults Build Healthier, Substance-Free Futures

Trapper Creek Job Corps Center provides young adults with education, vocational training, and support services to launch successful careers. We're committed to a safe, healthy, and empowering environment where students can thrive academically, professionally, and personally - and our Drug and Alcohol Abuse Counselor is central to making that possible.
About the Role

In this position, you'll provide counseling, education, and intervention services that help students work through substance abuse challenges, build lasting coping strategies, and maintain a drug- and alcohol-free lifestyle. It's meaningful, hands-on work with real impact on young lives.

What You'll Do

• 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

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field (Master's preferred)
• Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) or equivalent 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

Nice to Have

• Experience in educational or residential program settings
• Familiarity with Job Corps policies and federal guidelines
• Bilingual ability