Substance Abuse Counselor I

Management & Training Corporation; Breckenridge (TX); On-site; USD 39,520 - 43,680; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Bereavement leave

Military leave

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) in Breckenridge, Texas, is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor I for full-time work. The role focuses on counseling offenders, delivering recovery skills training, and maintaining a Therapeutic Community within the facility.

Applicants must work toward LCDC-I or CCJP-A licensure, possess a Texas driver license, and comply with mandatory trainings and background checks. MTC offers comprehensive benefits and equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Provides substance abuse counseling and recovery skills training per program standards.
• Maintains a Therapeutic Community within the facility with correctional staff support.
• Interviews, screens, and evaluates offenders for program participation.
• Provides a comprehensive evaluation using validated tools to assess recovery needs and risk of re-offense.
• Participates in the Individual Treatment Plan based on assessment results and clinical interview.
• Maintains offender records and prepares reports and related documentation.
• Provides liaison to participants of training programs and seminars.
• Implements follow-up and aftercare plans prior to release; connects to community resources.

Responsibilities

• Counsel offenders and deliver recovery skills training.
• Maintain TC environment in collaboration with staff.
• Track and document participant progress and outcomes.
• Coordinate follow-up plans and community referrals.

Skills

Substance abuse counseling

Offender interaction

Record keeping

Team liaison

Education

High school diploma or GED

LCDC-I registration or CCJP-A certification

Job description

Substance Abuse Counselor I (Pay Dependent on Licensure)

Salary: $19.00 - $21.00

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday – Friday, 8‑hour shifts

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 Walker‑Sayle Unit in Breckenridge, 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

• Provides substance abuse counseling and recovery skills training; participates in offender orientation, educational and individual and process counseling groups in compliance with program standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains a Therapeutic Community (TC) within the facility working closely with correctional staff to create a living environment that is peer driven.
• Interviews, screens, and evaluates offenders for potential program participation.
• Provides a comprehensive evaluation from a battery of valid measurement tools to assess the recovery needs and the re‑offense risk of offenders.
• Participates in the Individual Treatment Plan based on the severity and characteristics of the offender as determined by the comprehensive assessment, review of collateral information, and the Clinical interview.
• Maintains offender records and other records regarding services provided to include workload statistics; and compiles data and submits reports and related documentation as appropriate.
• Provides liaison to participants of training programs, workshops, and seminars.
• Implements follow‑up and after care plans for offenders that participate in the program prior to their release; and disseminates information on community resources for offender placement in follow‑up treatment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent (GED) required.
• Must have a current letter of registration as a Counselor Intern (LCDC‑I) from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) OR current valid certification as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional Applicant Status (CCJP‑A) as approved by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals.
• Select applicants must obtain the Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) license or the Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) certification within five (5) years from the date of their registration as a Counselor Intern or CCJP‑A.
• Must sign a Credential Contingency Agreement (CCA) that will remain in effect only until the initially established expiration date. Failure to comply with the CCA will result in separation from employment. CCAs will not be extended or renewed as a result of an employee’s separation from employment or acceptance of another position.
• Valid driver’s license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record, unless waived by management.
• Must successfully complete Correctional Awareness Training (CAT) as well as TDCJ approved annual in‑service training requirements and background checks.
• Must maintain Counselor Intern status or CCJP‑A certification for continued employment.

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, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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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