Community Counselor

About the role

Operated by the Management & Training Corporation, the East Texas Treatment Facility in Henderson, Texas, provides a unique opportunity for treatment professionals. Join our team and help people looking to turn their lives around. Work with a purpose! Make a difference!

Responsibilities

• Provides substance abuse counseling and recovery skills training; participates in inmate orientation, educational and individual and process counseling groups in compliance with program standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in the development and implementation of a comprehensive treatment plan (CTP) which is developed based on results of an evaluation battery designed to assess inmate needs and risk associated with recidivism.
• Maintains accurate and complete case reports, records, and statistics necessary for the evaluation of the program.
• Maintains confidentiality of inmate records.
• Compiles data and submits reports and related documentation as appropriate.
• Participates in sessions designed to teach and practice complex life skills such as assertiveness, anger management, goal setting, managing criminality and changing thinking errors.
• Implements follow-up and after care plans for inmates that participate in the program prior to their release; and disseminates information on community resources for inmate placement in follow-up treatment.
• Makes available to all inmates, recovery-oriented support groups.
• Within 30 days of completion of the program, works with the treatment team to develop a comprehensive assessment plan (CAP) for each inmate on caseload to reflect the evaluation results together with comments about the inmate’s level of participation and quality of completion in the substance abuse treatment programs.
• Submits copy of the CAP to the Parole Division to be included in the Parole Case Summary.
• Promotes the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed; provides regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques.
• Maintains accountability of staff, inmates, and property; adheres to safety practices.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED. A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required, unless waived by management.

Qualifications

• Letter of registration as a Counselor Intern (LCDC‑I);
• Current certification as Certified Criminal Justice Professional Applicant Status (CCJP‑A);
• Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) license from the Texas Department of State Health Services;
• Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) as approved by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals;
• Certified Program Instructor;
• Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA).
• If possessing an LCDC‑I or CCJP‑A, preference is given to individuals with 2,000 hours of supervised work experience toward LCDC or CCJP. LCDC‑I or LCDC preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription Drug Benefits
• Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Bereavement Leave, Military Leave, and Civic Duty

Pay

$20 per hour

Schedule

Full time, Monday – Friday, day schedule