Substance Abuse Counselor II – Empower Recovery

MTC; Lockhart (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) in Texas is seeking a qualified counselor to support the Gregory S. Coleman Programs Unit in Lockhart.

The role involves planning chemical dependency counseling programs, coordinating service delivery, and maintaining treatment records for offenders with histories of substance use. A valid LCDC or CCJP credential, plus at least 2 years of relevant experience, is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 2 years full-time experience in substance abuse treatment or education.
• Licensed or certified to provide counseling in a treatment environment (LCDC or CCJP or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Assists in planning chemical dependency counseling programs; coordinates 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.

Skills

Substance abuse experience

Driver's license (TX)

Education

High school diploma or GED

LCDC or CCJP credential or equivalent

Job description

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) in Texas is seeking a qualified counselor to support the Gregory S. Coleman Programs Unit in Lockhart.

The role involves planning chemical dependency counseling programs, coordinating service delivery, and maintaining treatment records for offenders with histories of substance use. A valid LCDC or CCJP credential, plus at least 2 years of relevant experience, is required.