Program Director

Management & Training Corporation; Lockhart (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Prescription drug plan

Dental benefits

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee assistance program

PTO

Paid holidays

Bereavement leave

Civic duty & military leave

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) in Lockhart, Texas seeks a program administrator to plan, train, and implement evidence-based substance abuse services within a correctional setting. You will monitor policies and ensure CTI compliance while collaborating with staff across departments.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Behavioral Science/Criminal Justice or related field, plus licensure/certification (LCDC/CCJP/QCC) and substantial experience in supervision and program management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science, Criminal Justice, or related field; years required may substitute for college hours.
• Two years of full-time supervision experience.
• Five years of full-time program administration or counseling experience.
• Current licensure/certification to provide substance abuse treatment as LCDC/CCJP/QCC.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, train, and implement programs; monitor policies and procedures.
• Maintain an alcohol and drug treatment program compliant with DSHS CTI requirements.
• Establish Therapeutic Community within facility with correctional staff.
• Coordinate substance abuse prevention with other facility programs.
• Prepare annual program budget and training/manuals; assist in informational materials.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science/Criminal Justice or related field

Licensure as LCDC (DSHS) or CCJP or QCC certification

Two years supervision experience

Five years program administration or counseling experience

Job description

• Medical, vision, and prescription drug benefits
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Civic duty and military leave

Job Description

Pay - $54,160 Annual Salary

Schedule - Full Time

Benefit Package Includes

• Medical, vision, and prescription drug benefits
• Dental benefits
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Bereavement leave
• Civic duty and military leave

Impact lives with Management & Training Corporation (MTC)! At the Gregory S. Coleman Programs Unit in Lockhart, Texas our foundation is based upon the philosophies of caring about others, giving back, and making a social impact. We provide a safe and secure working environment for our staff while helping an at-risk population receive the treatment necessary for success on their road back to a healthy, productive life.

Essential Duties

• Responsible for program planning, development, training, and implementation; monitors compliance with policies and procedures; and providing consultative services to plan, implement, and monitor effective agency programs.
• Maintain alcohol and drug treatment program that complies with Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Clinical Training Institute (CTI) requirements.
• Establish a Therapeutic Community (TC) within the facility working closely with correctional staff to create a living environment that is peer driven.
• Develop a system to promote the coordination and integration of the substance abuse prevention components with other facility programs.
• Conducts special investigations, program analyses, and research studies; reviews and analyzes treatment operations and problems and prepares reports of findings and recommendations; and initiates activities to produce a more effective program.
• Prepares annual program budget; develops policy and procedure manuals; and assists in the preparation of training and operational manuals, educational materials, and information programs.
• Works with program staff in determining trends and resolving technical programs; provides technical assistance on program services; and provides liaison with other departments, divisions, agencies, and organizations.
• Provide staff training, evaluate staff performance and implement organizational and personnel changes as approved by the regional operations director and coordinated with the office manager and/or corporate human resources manager prior to implementation.

Qualifications

• 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). Major course work in Behavioral Science, Criminal Justice, or a related field preferred. Each year of experience as described below more than the required five (5) years may be substituted for thirty (30) semester hours from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis.
• Two (2) years full-time, wage-earning experience in the supervision of employees.
• Five (5) years full-time, wage-earning program administration or counseling experience.
• Acurrent valid licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), current certification as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) as approved by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals or current valid Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC) license to provide substance abuse treatment.
• Therapeutic Community treatment experience preferred.
• A valid driver's license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.
• 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 (TDCJ).

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. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through [e-mail] or 801-693-2888.

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