Substance Abuse Counselor II

Pay: $22.00 an hour

Location:1000 Industrial Dr. Henderson TX 75653

Status:Full Time 8hrs Monday-Friday 8a-5p

Benefit package includes:

• Medical vision and prescription drug benefits
• Dental benefits
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 9 paid holidays
• Bereavement leave
• Civic duty and military leave
• Opportunities for job advancement

Position Summary:

Reports to the program director. Directly supervises substance abuse counselor I and treatment specialists. Performs highly complex substance abuse counseling. Work involves planning coordinating and implementing substance abuse counseling activities to ensure the maximum utilization of resources available for chemical dependency treatment and rehabilitation in compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) directives.

Essential Functions:

1. Assists in planning substance abuse counseling programs; and coordinates the delivery of counseling services to offenders with histories of chemical use abuse or addiction.

2. Provides a comprehensive evaluation from a battery of valid measurement tools to assess the recovery needs and the re-offense risk of offenders.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. Complete required forms assessments progress reports or other documents for each offender on caseload to reflect level of participation and quality of completion.

6. Submit required documentation to appropriate authority as required for each offender during and at completion of program.

7. Supervises the work of others; and assists in instructing others in program methods procedures and functions.

8. Utilize approved curriculum and provide appropriate treatment programming and structured activities as required for contractual compliance.

9. Coordinate or participate in transition meetings peer reflection meetings treatment team meetings and other required program driven support recovery-based activities as required by contractor.

10. Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed; provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques.

11. Maintain accountability of staff offenders and property; adhere to safety practices.

It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED. Current licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) or current valid certification as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) as approved by the Texas Certification Board of Addition Professionals or current valid Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC) license to provide substance abuse treatment.Valid drivers license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required unless waived by management.

Post Hire Requirements:

Must complete preservice program and annual training requirements. Must successfully pass an annual background check both of which must be approved by TDCJ. Must pass drug screen.

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 disabled status veteran status genetic information national origin or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. 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