Substance Abuse Counselor II

Management & Training Corporation; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and prescription drug

Dental benefits

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Bereavement leave

Civic duty and military leave

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) seeks a dedicated counselor at the J.W. Hamilton Pre-Release Unit in Bryan, Texas. The role involves planning and delivering counseling services, evaluating offenders, and guiding treatment plans within established program standards.

You will work full-time with an emphasis on recovery, compliance, and data reporting, earning $24 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement plan and paid leave.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent (GED) required.
• Two (2) years full‑time, wage‑earning experience in substance abuse treatment or education.
• Current valid license as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) or certification as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) or equivalent.
• Valid Texas driver’s license with acceptable driving record, unless waived.
• Must complete annual background checks and in‑service training requirements.
• Must maintain a valid license or certification for continued employment.

Responsibilities

• Assists in planning chemical dependency counseling programs and coordinates delivery of counseling to offenders with histories of substance use or addiction.
• Provides comprehensive evaluation using validated tools to assess recovery needs and re‑offense risk.
• Participates in Individual Treatment Plans based on assessment findings and clinical interviews.
• Provides counseling and recovery skills training; supports offender orientation and group sessions.
• Maintains offender records and compiles data and reports as required.
• Develops Individual Progress Summaries and submits to Parole Division for case summaries.
• Supervises others and assists in training staff on program methods and procedures.

Skills

Counseling

Assessment tools

Record keeping

Supervisory

Education

High school diploma or GED

Licensure: LCDC/CCJP or equivalent

Job description

Pay: $24.00 per hour

• 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: $24.00 per hour

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 J.W. Hamilton Pre-Release Unit in Bryan, 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

• Assists in planning chemical dependency counseling programs; and coordinates the delivery of counseling services to offenders with histories of chemical use, abuse, or addiction.
• Provides a comprehensive evaluation from a battery of valid measurement tools to assess the recovery needs and the re‑offense risk of DWI 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.
• Provides 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 offender records and other records regarding services provided to include statistical feedback on evaluations; and compiles data and submits reports and related documentation as appropriate.
• At the conclusion of the program, an Individual Progress Summary will be developed for each offender on caseload to reflect the evaluation results together with comments about the offender’s level of participation and quality of completion in the DWI programs.
• Submit a copy of the Individual Progress Summary to the Parole Division to be included in the Parole Case Summary.
• Supervises the work of others; and assists in instructing others in program methods, procedures, and functions.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent (GED) required.
• Two (2) years full‑time, wage‑earning experience in substance abuse treatment or substance abuse education.
• Current valid license as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) or current valid certification as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals, OR current qualifying credential to conduct counseling in a treatment environment.
• A valid driver’s license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.
• Must successfully complete annual, TDCJ approved background checks and in‑service training requirements.
• Must maintain a valid license or 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.

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