Corrections Substance Abuse Counselor I

Management & Training Corporation; Dayton (TX); On-site; USD 54,443,000 - 60,174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and prescription drug

Dental benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Bereavement leave

Military leave

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation seeks a Substance Abuse Counselor I at the Henley State Jail in Dayton, Texas. The role focuses on counseling offenders and delivering recovery skills training within a Therapeutic Community framework.

The position requires high school diploma or GED, and active LCDC-I or CCJP-A registration with a plan to obtain licensure within five years. Full-time schedule, Mon–Fri, 8-hour shifts, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent (GED) required.
• Must have current LCDC-I or CCJP-A certification/registration as described.
• Must obtain LCDC license or CCJP certification within five years of registration.
• Must possess valid Texas driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Must complete CAT training and annual in-service/background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide substance abuse counseling and recovery skills training; participate in offender orientation, educational and individual and process counseling groups.
• Maintain a Therapeutic Community (TC) within the facility with correctional staff.
• Interview, screen, and evaluate offenders for program participation.
• Develop follow-up and aftercare plans and disseminate information on community resources.
• Prepare Individual Progress Summaries reflecting evaluation results and participation.

Skills

Counseling

Recovery skills training

Behavioral health

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Management & Training Corporation seeks a Substance Abuse Counselor I at the Henley State Jail in Dayton, Texas. The role focuses on counseling offenders and delivering recovery skills training within a Therapeutic Community framework.

The position requires high school diploma or GED, and active LCDC-I or CCJP-A registration with a plan to obtain licensure within five years. Full-time schedule, Mon–Fri, 8-hour shifts, with comprehensive benefits.