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ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMT OF MEXICAN AMERICANS AAMA
Substance Use Counselor
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What they do
A Career Counselor works with adults of all ages to plan career choices and access the education and training needed to support a career. Gives skills assessment and aptitude tests to clients. Provides job search assistance or training for general workplace skills. Provides referrals for workplace literacy, academic or job training programs, or direct job referrals.
$59,736 / year median in Texas
+7% projected growth
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ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMT OF MEXICAN AMERICANS AAMA
Occupation:
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder CounselorsLocation:
LAREDO, TX - 78041
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day ShiftPosted:
08/18/2026 Positions available: 1Source:
WorkInTexasWeb Site:
WorkInTexas Onsite /Remote:
Work onsite all of the timeUpdated:
08/21/2026Expires:
09/17/2026Agency Job ID:
5889083 Job #: 17056913 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience 12 Month(s) Age 21 and up DL Required Language English, Well Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Hours 40 Hours Per Week Shift Day Shift Public Transit Available Benefits Help for . Are you passionate about inspiring people to be the best they can be? Then join us! We are searching for a full time: Substance Use Counselor. Our programs provide outpatient substance use counseling services to adults with substance use issues. Hours 7:00am to 4:00 M-F. Please note this position is grant funded and ongoing employment is dependnet upon future funding. This position may end 09/26.Qualifications Include:
LCDC/LCDC
Intern in Texas and previous experience counseling in the substance use field preferred. Valid Texas Driver License and clear driving record. Drug screen and background check required. Skills Ability to professionally communicate, maintain calm in tense situations, organize, write well for client documentation, ability to build rapport with our clients and inspire them to build confidence and leadership skills by demonstrating it yourself. Ability to respond appropriately in an emergency or crisis. AAMA has proudly been empowering learners and inspiring leaders for over 53 years in the areas of education, prevention and counseling and workforce readiness. Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa requiredBenefits
- Dental Insurance