Student Support Services / Counselors / Deans
Substance Abuse Counselor
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Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC), a contracted position of THRIVE Counseling Center of Oak Park, continues to be a vital part of Student Services due to the fact that the highest percentage of growth in substance abusers is in young adults and teenagers. Upon request from the PSST members, the SAC attends weekly PSST meetings to provide and to obtain information about student concerns. The SAC promotes and supports students’ academic and social success by providing specialized services such as:
· Screening and assessment of students suspected of substance abuse, gambling, internet, gaming, and other addictive behaviors;
· Referrals for students and families and to community based prevention, intervention, and treatment programs;
· Provide staff development opportunities to faculty and staff in the area of addiction and related issues in their classrooms and throughout the community. This includes motivational speakers and Red Ribbon presenters;
· Provide education and information to the students through maintaining current and relevant literature and presentations;
· Consultation with administration on policies and procedure as requested;
· Counsel and conduct individual, family and group sessions throughout the school day on maintained caseload;
· Coordinate prevention efforts within the school such as Red Ribbon Week;
· Participate in observing classroom behavior and providing feedback, as requested;
· Behavioral Contracts that are issued due to a substance abuse infraction are seen upon notification and the recommendations are relayed to the referring source as well as the parent and student;
· Services related to students who violate the co-curricular code of conduct.
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Dana Horowitz
Rm 272
ph. 434-3615
