Substance Abuse Counselor I

Pay:
Substance Abuse Counselor I (Intern): $19.00 per hour
Substance Abuse Counselor I (Licensed): $21.00 per hour

Schedule:FullTime Monday Friday 8hour shifts

Benefit package includes:

• Medical vision and prescription drug benefits
• Dental benefits
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Shortterm and longterm 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 Ernestine Glossbrenner Unit in San Diego 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 atrisk population receive the treatment necessary for success on their road back to a healthy productive life.

Essential Duties:

1. Provides substance abuse 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.
2. Interviews screens and evaluates offenders for potential program participation.
3. Provides a comprehensive evaluation from a battery of valid measurement tools to assess the recovery needs and the reoffense risk of offenders.
4. 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.
5. Maintains offender records and other records regarding services provided to include workload statistics; and compiles data and submits reports and related documentation as appropriate.
6. Provides liaison to participants of training programs workshops and seminars.
7. Implements followup and after care plans for offenders that participate in the program prior to their release; and disseminates information on community resources for offender placement in followup treatment.
8. 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 offenders level of participation and quality of completion in the programs.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent (GED) required.
• Must have a current letter of registration as a Counselor Intern (LCDCI) from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) OR current valid certification as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional Applicant Status (CCJPA) as approved by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals.
• Select applicants must obtain the Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) license or the Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) certification within five 5 years from the date of their registration as a Counselor Intern or CCJPA.
• Must sign a Credential Contingency Agreement (CCA) that will remain in effect only until the initially established expiration date. Failure to comply with the CCA will result in separation from employment. CCAs will not be extended or renewed as a result of an employees separation from employment or acceptance of another position.
• Valid drivers license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record unless waived by management.
• Must successfully complete Correctional Awareness Training (CAT) as well as TDCJ approved annual inservice training requirements and background checks.
• Must maintain Counselor Intern status or CCJPA certification for continued employment.

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 EVerify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities including disabled veterans in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance please contact our staffing department throughor.