Addiction Assessment Specialist

Management & Training Corporation; Henderson (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

401(k) Retirement Plan

AD&D Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

EAP

PTO & Paid Holidays

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) in Henderson, TX seeks a qualified professional to provide counseling and treatment services within a correctional facility. The role supports discharge planning, conducts assessments, and serves as a clinical resource for staff while complying with MTC and TDCJ directives.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree, state-licensed credentials (LCDC-I, CCJP-A, LPA), and four years of substance abuse treatment experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from CHEA/USDE-accredited college or university.
• Four (4) years of full-time substance abuse treatment experience; substitution allowed for additional coursework.
• Current LCDC-I licensure by Texas DSHS, CCJP-A certification by Texas Certification Board, and LPA licensure by Texas State Board.
• Must maintain licensure/certification for continued employment.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record, unless waived.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements treatment plans and assessment plans; conducts interventions.
• Assume independent clinical responsibility for inmates; apply crisis intervention and suicide prevention.
• Collaborate with supervisors and medical professionals to achieve therapeutic goals for inmates.
• Conduct evaluations to determine needs; make referrals for assessment and treatment.
• Provide CAP recommendations; assist program director and treatment team.
• Maintain inmate records and statistics; ensure confidentiality and compliance.
• Attend staff meetings; promote communication between administration, staff, and inmates.
• Support development of positive social skills and provide feedback on interventions.
• Maintain accountability and safety practices.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Case management

Inmate assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

4 years substance abuse treatment experience

LCDC-I licensure (Texas)

CCJP-A certification

LPA licensure

Job description

Pay: $17.85 per hour

• Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription Drug Benefits
• Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Job Description

Pay: $17.85 per hour

Work schedule: Full Time, Monday-Friday 8-hour days

Benefit Package Includes

• Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription Drug Benefits
• Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Join a team dedicated to helping people improve their lives! Management & Training Corporation operates the East Texas Treatment Facility in Henderson, Texas, where we provide a safe environment for our employees. Make a meaningful impact by supporting recovery-focused treatment in a structured correctional environment

Position Summary

This role completes assessments, assists with treatment and discharge planning, provides counseling services, and serves as a clinical resource to staff while ensuring compliance with MTC and TDCJ directives.

Essential Functions

• Designs and implements comprehensive treatment plans (CTP) and comprehensive assessment plans (CAP); and conducts intensive or comprehensive interventions.
• Assume independent clinical responsibility for all inmates including the application of crisis intervention techniques to include suicide prevention, recognizing abnormal behavior, and taking appropriate action to prevent or diffuse potentially disruptive situations.
• Collaborates with supervisors or other psychiatric, social work, or medical professionals on specific case-related issues to maintain continuity of care, and to aid in achieving therapeutic and restorative goals for inmates through individual and group counseling.
• Conduct evaluation tests for inmates to determine needs, establish goals and develop plans; make referrals to contract professionals for assessment and treatment of inmates.
• Provide recommendations regarding CAP; make case presentations; and assist the program director and treatment team.
• Maintain and monitor the confidentiality of inmate records and review the status of inmates.
• Maintain accurate and complete case reports, records, and statistics necessary for the evaluation of the program.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings; promote communication and the proper flow of relevant information between administration, staff, and inmates.
• Promote the development of positive social skills and intervene when inappropriate behaviors are observed; provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques.
• Maintain accountability of inmates; adhere to safety practices.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE).
• Four (4) years of full-time, wage-earning substance abuse treatment experience. Each year of experience in excess of the required four (4) may be substituted for thirty (30) semester hours from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis.
• Must possess current valid licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern (LCDC-I) by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), current valid certification as Certified Criminal Justice Professional -Applicant (CCJP-A) by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals, current valid licensure as Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors.
• Must maintain valid licensure or certification for continued employment in the position.
• A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required, unless waived by management.

Post Hire Requirements

Must complete Correctional Awareness Training (CAT) prior to inmate contact. Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements and pass an annual background check, both of which must be approved by Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process.