Substance Abuse Services Center
799 Main St., Dubuque, IA 52001

Substance Abuse Services Center
909 W. Main St., Suite 1, Manchester, IA 52057

Web Site: www.sasc-dbq.org
Phone: (563) 582-3784
Fax: (563) 582-4006
Info: info@sasc-dbq.org

Substance Abuse Services Center (SASC) was incorporated in 1975 as a nonprofit organization with the mission of providing prevention and treatment services to individuals and families experiencing problems related to alcohol abuse, drug abuse, or problem gambling behaviors. The agency operates under the licensing arm of the Iowa Department of Public Health. Operating funds come from a variety of sources including:

Outpatient substance abuse treatment services are provided in Dubuque and Delaware counties. Outpatient gambling prevention and treatment services are provided in 10 Northeast Iowa counties including Allamakee, Clayton,Delaware, Dubuque, Fayette, Howard, Jackson, Jones, Linn, and Winneshieck.  On-campus services are also provided at high schools and junior high schools in its service area.

SASC conducts OWI assessments and Driving Unimpaired Classes in conjunction with the Iowa Departments of Public Health, Education, and Transportation.

Bachelor's degree preferred in education, community health, social work, nursing or marketing. Successful applicant will work as part of a prevention team. Beginning salary is based on education, prevention certification, and experience with a full benefit package including health insurance, retirement plan, holidays, and paid leave. Must be able to work up to 2 nights per week and very limited weekend hours.  Applicants must exhibit knowledge and skill in the following performance domains:  

1. Community Assessment and Planning
2. Prevention Education and Service Delivery
3. Communication 
4. Community Organizations
5. Public Policy and Environmental Change
6. Professional Growth and Responsibility

Maintain appropriate documentation of prevention activities.

 Maintains client confidentiality in accordance with the Federal Confidentiality Regulations, applicable federal and state laws, and HIPAA Regulations.