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HORIZONS YOUTH SERVICES LLC DRUG AND ALCOHOL COUNSELOR (TEAP) in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Horizons Youth Services at Milwaukee Job Corps Center provides innovative, quality educational and job training program to enable young people to succeed young people to succeed in today\'s competitive job market and keep pace with the ever - changing dynamics of our worldwide economy Provide clients or family members with information about addiction issues and about available services or programs, making appropriate referrals when necessary. Develop, implement, or evaluate public education, prevention, or health promotion programs, working in collaboration with organizations, institutions, or communities. Supervise or direct other workers providing services to clients or patients. Counsel clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes. Complete and maintain accurate records or reports regarding the patients\' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information. Assess individuals\' degree of drug dependency by collecting and analyzing urine samples. Conduct chemical dependency program orientation sessions. Review and evaluate clients\' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans. Coordinate activities with courts, probation officers, community services, or other post-treatment agencies. Intervene as an advocate for clients or patients to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations. Participate in case conferences or staff meetings. Act as liaisons between clients and medical staff. Interview clients, review records, and confer with other professionals to evaluate individuals\' mental and physical condition and to determine their suitability for participation in a specific program. Attend training sessions to increase knowledge and skills. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Active, unrestricted substance abuse license or certification that meets minimum state licensing or certification requirement to practice in the state where the center is located. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Call For Appointment: (414) 616 5724