TDCJ - Substance Abuse Counselor I,II - Substance

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice seeks a counselor to provide substance use counseling and facilitate rehabilitation programs for inmates. You will support reentry planning and coordinate transitions to follow-up services after release, while maintaining strict program standards.

The role emphasizes working with inmates in treatment programs, requiring prior exposure or licensing pathways toward LCDC or CCJP licensure, and registration as Counselor Intern or CCJP-A where applicable.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited senior high school or equivalent (GED).
• Detail oriented with accuracy in records and compliance.
• Familiar with substance use screening tools and treatment programs.
• Seeking to start counseling career with supervised experience toward full LCDC or CCJP licensure.
• Have a Counselor Intern registration or CCJP-A as approved by the Texas Certification Board.

Responsibilities

• Provide substance use counseling to inmates in treatment programs.
• Facilitate rehabilitation programming and monitor progress.
• Support inmate reentry planning and coordinate transition to follow-up services after release.
• Maintain compliance with Substance Use Treatment Program standards.

Skills

Detailed oriented

Substance use screening

Counseling knowledge

Therapeutic community

Supervised licensure pathway

Education

High school diploma or GED

LCDC license or CCJP certification

Counselor Intern registration / CCJP-A

Job description

• Job Duties:In this role, you will provide substance use counseling, facilitate rehabilitation programming, support inmate reentry planning, and maintain compliance with Substance Use Treatment Program standards. Counselors work directly with inmates participating in treatment programs and help coordinate their transition to follow-up services after release.You'd be a GOOD fit if: You graduated from an accredited senior high school or equivalent (GED).Detailed orientedFamiliar with substance use screening tools and treatment programs You are seeking to start your counseling career and gain supervised experience while working toward full LCDC or CCJP licensure.You have a letter of registration as a Counselor Intern from the Texas Department of State Health Services or current certification as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional Applicant Status (CCJP-A) as approved by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals.You'd be a GREAT fit if:You already have one year of full-time, wage-earning experience in substance use treatment or substance use education.You have experience in a therapeutic community environment.Knowledge of substance use disorders, the disease model of addiction, co-dependency, and related disorders, and knowledge of counseling and recovery.You have a current valid license as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) by the Texas Department of State Health Services, or current valid certification as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals, or a current qualifying credential to conduct counseling in a treatment environment.

• Additional Information:Travel None - Position may make day trips, but no overnight trips Work Site Visits No Study Material No Pre-Service Training Academy Required No Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position Hazardous Duty

• Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.Contact Information: Questions concerning this Questions concerning the applicationposition can be directed to: process can be directed to: Andrea Canul Harmony LopezHiring Manager OR Human Resources936-437-2854 [e-mail] [e-mail] Important Note to the Candidate:Military PreferenceTo receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.Military Occupation Specialty Codeshttps://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptionsClick on the occupational category for the position.Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide.The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civili n job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.Applications submitted through Work in TexasWork In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.EligibilityAn applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment. EEO Statement:The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.