Substance Abuse Counselor II

Management & Training Corporation; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Prescription drug benefits

Dental benefits

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Bereavement leave

Civic duty/military leave

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) at the W. J. “Jim” Estelle Unit in Huntsville, Texas, seeks a licensed chemical dependency professional to provide counseling services to offenders and coordinate therapy programs within a therapeutic community.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, two years of substance abuse treatment experience, and a valid LCDC or CCJP license. You will plan and deliver counseling, maintain records, and contribute to the offender's treatment plan while

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
• Two (2) years full-time substance abuse treatment or education experience.
• Must possess LCDC licensure by the Texas DSHS or CCJP certification by the Texas Certification Board.
• Must maintain licensure or certification for continued employment.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning chemical dependency counseling programs and coordinate counseling delivery for offenders.
• Maintain Therapeutic Community within the facility with correctional staff collaboration.
• Provide a comprehensive evaluation using valid measurement tools to assess recovery needs and re-offense risk.
• Participate in the Individual Treatment Plan based on assessment and clinical interview.
• Provide counseling and recovery skills training and participate in offender orientation and groups.
• Maintain offender records and compile data and reports as appropriate.
• Develop Individual Progress Summaries for each offender and submit to Parole Division.

Skills

Substance abuse counseling

Education

High school diploma or GED

LCDC license

CCJP certification

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 W. J. “Jim” Estelle Unit in Huntsville, 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.
• Maintain Therapeutic Community (TC) within the facility working closely with correctional staff to create a living environment that is peer driven.
• 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.
• 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 SAFPF/IPTC programs.
• Submit a copy of the Individual Progress Summary to the Parole Division to be included in the Parole Case Summary.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED
• Two (2) years full-time, wage-earning substance abuse treatment or substance abuse education experience
• Must possess current valid licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), or current valid licensure as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) by the Texas Certification Board of Addition Professionals
• Must maintain valid licensure or certification for continued employment in the position
• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required unless waived by management.

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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