Substance Abuse Counselor II - Transform Lives

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

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.