TDCJ - Substance Abuse Counselor II - Substance Us

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice; Lovelady (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice seeks a Substance Abuse Counselor II for the Substance Use Treatment Program. You will provide counseling, facilitate rehabilitation programming, support inmate reentry planning, and ensure adherence to program standards in a virtually delivered setting.

You must have a high school diploma or GED, LCDC or CCJP licensure, or a CCJP credential, plus at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Letter of registration as Counselor Intern (or CCJP-A) or LCDC license.
• At least one year of full-time experience in substance use treatment.
• Knowledge of screening tools and treatment programs.
• Experience in a therapeutic community environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide substance use counseling to inmates both virtually and in-person.
• Facilitate rehabilitation programming and coordinate follow-up services.
• Support inmate reentry planning and transition to community resources.
• Maintain compliance with Substance Use Treatment Program standards.

Skills

Counseling

Screening tools

Rehabilitation programming

Therapeutic community

Substance use disorders knowledge

LCDC license

CCJP certification

CCJP-A registration

Education

High school diploma or GED

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 for a virtually delivered substance use program. Counselors work directly with inmates participating in treatment programs both virtually and in-person and help coordinate their transition to follow-up services.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.

• Substance Abuse Counselor II - Substance Use Treatment Program 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

• 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: Terri Goleman Harmony LopezHiring Manager OR Human Resources409-727-8400 [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 tra slating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.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.