Substance Abuse Counselor I — Recovery & Offender Support

Management & Training Corporation; Gatesville (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and prescription drug

Dental benefits

Life insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Bereavement leave

Civic duty and military leave

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) seeks a Substance Abuse Counselor I at the Christina Melton Crain Unit in Gatesville, TX. Pay is dependent on licensure with a 40-hour work week and benefits package.

The role centers on counseling, group and individual sessions, and coordination with correctional staff to support recovery and rehabilitation. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and licensure progression (LCDC-I or CCJP-A) with a five-year horizon to obtain LCDC or CCJP

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 DSHS or CCJP-A certification.
• Within five years from registration/CCJP-A, must obtain LCDC license or CCJP certification.
• Valid Texas driver's license with acceptable driving record, unless waived.

Responsibilities

• Provide substance abuse counseling and recovery skills training in groups and individual sessions.
• Maintain a Therapeutic Community with facility staff to support peer-driven living environment.
• Interview, screen, and evaluate offenders for program participation.
• Give a comprehensive evaluation using valid tools to assess recovery needs and re-offense risk.
• Contribute to Individual Treatment Plans based on assessments and clinical interviews.
• Maintain offender records and compile data/reports as required.
• Liaise with participants of training programs and seminars.
• Implement follow-up and aftercare plans and connect offenders to community resources.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) seeks a Substance Abuse Counselor I at the Christina Melton Crain Unit in Gatesville, TX. Pay is dependent on licensure with a 40-hour work week and benefits package.

The role centers on counseling, group and individual sessions, and coordination with correctional staff to support recovery and rehabilitation. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and licensure progression (LCDC-I or CCJP-A) with a five-year horizon to obtain LCDC or CCJP