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Substance Use Counselor

Washington, DC · On-site

$28.13 - $29.13/hr

License Substance Use Disorder Professional/Intern will be in charge with assisting patients through medically assisting treatments and offering techniques for handling opioid addiction. Counselor ...

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Substance Use Counselor

Washington, DC · On-site

$28.13 - $29.13/hr

License Substance Use Disorder Professional/Intern will be in charge with assisting patients through medically assisting treatments and offering techniques for handling opioid addiction. Counselor ...

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What is the difference between Substance vs Chemical Technician?

AspectSubstanceChemical Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certifications in lab safety or specific substancesAssociate degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or related field; certifications may include OSHA safety training
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, manufacturing plants, research facilitiesLaboratories, industrial plants, quality control labs
Industry UsageUsed broadly in manufacturing, research, and safety contexts involving substancesPrimarily in chemical manufacturing, testing, and quality assurance

Substance roles focus on handling, testing, and managing specific materials or chemicals, often requiring safety certifications. Chemical Technicians support chemical processes through testing, data collection, and quality control, typically needing an associate degree. Both roles operate in similar environments but differ in educational requirements and specific job functions.

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Infographic showing various Substance job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 71% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 28% Remote job distribution.

T26/27 SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR

Arlington Public Schools

Arlington, VA • On-site

$25.50 - $34.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description


This is is a 1.0 FTE position located at the Syphax Education Center in the Department of Student Services. The Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC) works with students who have been referred for issues related to substance use.
Each SAC tailors prevention and early intervention programs to fit the needs of their assigned schools/programs. SAC's
help support regular attendance and academic achievement for students, and support the strategic goals of the Arlington
Public Schools. Substance Abuse Counselors provide services in the following major areas:
Substance abuse assessment
Early intervention counseling support to outside services
Case coordination
Consultation with families, community agencies, and school staff
Services are provided in accordance with the Substance Abuse Confidentiality Regulations 42 CFR, and Virginia
Code 37.2-100
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assessment of students whose behaviors may indicate warning signs of substance use.
Assessment and coordination of services for students with dual diagnoses (mental health and substance abuse
concerns).
Assessment, intervention and case coordination of students who have disciplinary infractions related to drugs
and/or alcohol.
Individual and/or group counseling for students with family addiction issues and/or evidence of risk-taking
behaviors.
Referral and coordination of services for students with substance abuse and dependence patterns.
Classroom presentations on drugs, alcohol, decision-making and addiction.
Presentations to staff on drugs, alcohol, and addiction.
Consultation with school staff, family members, and community providers (i.e., probation officers and treatment
providers).
Partnering with school staff to provide early intervention services.
Formal risk assessment for violence and suicide.
Dissemination of educational materials to students, staff and families.
Outreach to the student population through various prevention activities such as bulletin boards, Red Ribbon Week
and National Drug Facts Week.
Collaboration with community committees that relate to substance abuse.
Maintenance of legally mandated documentation.
EXPERIENCE:
Experience in a school setting.
Experience administering/interpreting SASSi and other assessments required
QUALIFICATIONS:
Virginia Certified Substance Abuse Counselor CSAC licensure or,
Masters degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or other mental health field required.
National Addiction Counselor certification or Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner (LSATP), PREFERRED
Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
Arlington Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of the Arlington School Board, as stated in Policy G-2.30, Employee Relations - Equal Employment
Opportunity - that "Employment opportunities shall not be restricted, abridged or otherwise adversely affected on
the basis of race, national origin, creed, color, religion, gender, age, economic status, sexual orientation, national
origin, marital status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, and/or disability."
Salary based on 26/27 Pay Plan

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