Senior Substance Use Prevention Specialist

Salary: $28-31.73 Hourly

Job Description: 🌟 SR. TEAP SPECIALIST
Make an Impact. Inspire Change. Change a Life.
πŸ“ St. Louis Job Corps Center | πŸ’Ό Full-Time | Hourly
🏒 Distinction, LLC
❀️ MAKE YOUR WORK MATTER
What if your next job could help change someone's future?
At the St. Louis Job Corps Center, we help young adults develop the skills, confidence, and behaviors they need to succeed in the workforce and in life.
We're looking for an energetic, compassionate, and purpose-driven professional who wants to do more than simply have a jobβ€”you want to make a difference.
✨ Mentor.
πŸŽ“ Educate.
🀝 Support.
🌱 Inspire.
🧠 ABOUT THE ROLE
The SR TEAP Specialist reports to the Health and Wellness Manager and leads the center's Alcohol and Other Drugs of Abuse Prevention/Intervention Program.
You'll work with Health Services, Mental Health, medical staff, center leadership, and community partners to help students address substance use concerns, make healthier choices, and stay focused on their goals.
🎯 You'll be responsible for:
πŸ›‘οΈ Developing and coordinating substance use prevention and intervention programs.
πŸŽ“ Providing education and training to students and staff.
🀝 Connecting students with appropriate community resources and treatment services.
πŸ“ˆ Monitoring student participation, behavior, and progress.
πŸ“‹ Maintaining accurate, confidential records and required reports.
🩺 Collaborating with clinical and center leadership regarding student needs and interventions.
🌟 Modeling professionalism, accountability, respect, and the Career Success Standards.
πŸ›‘οΈ Helping maintain a center environment free from harassment, intimidation, and disrespect.

🌱 THIS COULD BE THE JOB FOR YOU IF…
❀️ You believe every young person has potential.
🀝 You can build trust while maintaining professional boundaries.
🧠 You're comfortable having difficult conversations.
🎯 You believe in accountability and compassion.
🌟 You want your work to have a purpose.
πŸš€ MORE THAN A JOB
You're helping young people:
🎯 Set goals
🧠 Make healthier choices
πŸ’ͺ Build confidence
πŸ’Ό Prepare for careers
🌱 Overcome barriers
🌟 Believe in their potential
Bring your experience. Bring your compassion. Bring your purpose.
❀️ JOIN DISTINCTION, LLC
Help young people build a better futureβ€”one conversation, one decision, and one opportunity at a time.
πŸ“£ Apply Today!

Location: St. Louis, MO

Website: https://ats.rippling.com/distinctionllc/jobs/714adde2-6b66-4d54-9553-7ccae4d0ea19

Requirements:Β  πŸ’ͺ WHAT YOU BRING
βœ… Required
πŸŽ“ Bachelor's degree in Psychology or a related field
πŸ’Ό Minimum 5 years of related experience
πŸ“œ Active, unrestricted substance abuse license/certification meeting Missouri requirements
πŸš— Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
❀️ Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills
⭐ Preferred
πŸŽ“ Master's degree in a related field
πŸ‘₯ Experience working with at-promise or underserved youth
🏠 Residential youth experience
🧠 Experience in substance use prevention, counseling, intervention, or referrals
πŸ“œ MISSOURI CERTIFICATION
Don't have your MAADC yet? You may still qualify!
Certification eligibility depends on your education and experience. Candidates may qualify through several Missouri pathways, including those based on a:
πŸŽ“ Bachelor's degree or higher
πŸŽ“ Associate's degree/addiction certification
🏫 High school diploma/HSE with applicable education and experience
Additional requirements may include addiction education, ethics training, supervised experience, mentoring, and practicum hours.
HR will review your education, experience, and credentials to determine whether you meet the applicable certification pathway.

To Apply: Please Submit a resume and cover letter to: Lesem Ramos, HR Manager Ramos.Lesem@jobcorps.org