Senior Substance Abuse Counselor & Program Lead

Management & Training Corporation; Lockhart (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is seeking a Counselor/Treatment Specialist in Lockhart, TX to coordinate counseling services for offenders with substance use histories and to develop tailored treatment plans. The role emphasizes counseling delivery, program coordination, and data-driven reporting.

The ideal candidate holds a qualifying license (LCDC/LPC/QCC/CCJP) and a CHEA/USDE-accredited bachelor’s degree, with 4+ years in substance abuse treatment and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; major in Criminal Justice, Behavioral Science or related field preferred.
• Four years full-time wage-earning experience in substance abuse treatment.
• Current licensure: LCDC, LPC, QCC, or CCJP as applicable in Texas.
• Must hold CPR certification and valid Texas driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning chemical dependency counseling programs and coordinate counseling services for offenders.
• Provide comprehensive assessments using validated tools to determine recovery needs and risk.
• Contribute to Individual Treatment Plans based on assessments and clinical interviews.
• Deliver counseling and recovery skills training and participate in educational groups.
• Maintain offender records and compile data/reports as required.
• Prepare Individual Progress Summaries and forward to Parole Division.

Skills

Counseling

Program planning

Education

Bachelor's degree (CHEA/USDE)

Job description

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is seeking a Counselor/Treatment Specialist in Lockhart, TX to coordinate counseling services for offenders with substance use histories and to develop tailored treatment plans. The role emphasizes counseling delivery, program coordination, and data-driven reporting.

The ideal candidate holds a qualifying license (LCDC/LPC/QCC/CCJP) and a CHEA/USDE-accredited bachelor’s degree, with 4+ years in substance abuse treatment and CPR certification.