Substance Abuse Counselor I

About the role

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) provides a safe and secure working environment for its staff while helping an at-risk population receive the treatment necessary for success on their road back to a healthy, productive life.

Responsibilities

• Provides substance abuse counseling and recovery skills training
• Participates in offender orientation, educational and individual and process counseling groups
• Maintains a Therapeutic Community (TC) within the facility
• Interviews, screens, and evaluates offenders for potential program participation
• Provides a comprehensive evaluation from a battery of valid measurement tools
• Participates in the Individual Treatment Plan
• Maintains offender records and other records regarding services provided
• Provides liaison to participants of training programs, workshops, and seminars
• Implements follow-up and after care plans for offenders
• Disseminates information on community resources for offender placement in follow-up treatment

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent (GED) required
• Current letter of registration as a Counselor Intern (LCDC-I) from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) OR current valid certification as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional Applicant Status (CCJP-A) 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 CCJP-A
• Sign a Credential Contingency Agreement (CCA) that will remain in effect only until the initially established expiration date
• Valid driver’s license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record, unless waived by management
• Successfully complete Correctional Awareness Training (CAT) as well as TDCJ approved annual in-service training requirements and background checks
• Maintain Counselor Intern status or CCJP-A certification for continued employment

Qualifications

• Must have a current letter of registration as a Counselor Intern (LCDC-I) from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) OR current valid certification as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional Applicant Status (CCJP-A)
• 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 employee’s separation from employment or acceptance of another position
• Must maintain Counselor Intern status or CCJP-A certification for continued employment

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of substance abuse treatment principles and practices
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

Benefits

• 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)
• Paid holidays
• Bereavement leave
• Civic duty and military leave

Pay

• $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Schedule

• Full-Time, Monday – Friday, 8-hour shifts

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.