Substance abuse counselor
Location
Tyler, TX | United States
Job description
Work with a purpose! Join a team with values that match your own and make a difference in the lives of people needing second chances.
The largest treatment facility within the state of Texas is now hiring licensed substance abuse treatment professionals to provide individuals in the inside with hope, skills and opportunities for a better life.
Position title: Substance Abuse Counselor I
Facility name: East Texas Treatment Facility
Location: 900 Industrial Drive, Henderson, TX 75652
Rate of pay: $18.00 per hour
Work schedule: Monday-Friday; 6:30 AM - 3:30 PM or 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Benefit package includes:
- Health/dental/vision/life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays (9 total)
- Professional development assistance
- Career advancement opportunities
Job summary: A Substance Abuse Counselor I performs moderately complex substance abuse counseling work within the DWI/SAFPF/ISF programs. Work involves planning, coordinating and implementing substance abuse counseling activities. She/he will coordinate with other departments 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 responsibilities:
- 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.
- Interviews, screens, and evaluates offenders for potential program participation.
- Provides a comprehensive evaluation from a battery of valid measurement tools to assess the recovery needs and the re-offense risk of DWI / SAFPF / ISF offenders.
- Participates in the Individual Treatment Plan.
- Maintains offender records and other records regarding services provided; compiles data and submits reports and related documentation as appropriate.
- Implements follow-up and after care plans for offenders that participate in the program prior to their release.
- At the conclusion of the program, an Individual Progress Summary will be developed for each offender on caseload.
- Submit copy of the Individual Progress Summary to the Parole Division to be included in the parole case summary.
Education and experience requirements:
- Graduation from an accredited senior high school, GED, or equivalent.
- Must have a letter of registration as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern ( LCDC-I or CI ) from the Texas Department of State Health Services or current certification as Certified Criminal Justice Addictions Professional Applicant ( CCJP-A ) as approved by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals.
- Selected applicants must obtain the Licensed Clinical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) license or the Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) certification within five years from the date of their registration as a Counselor Intern or CCJP-A.
- Must sign a credential contingency agreement that will remain in effect only until the initially established expiration date. Failure to comply with this contingency statement will result in separation from employment. Credential Contingency Agreements will not be extended or renewed as a result of an employee’s separation from employment or acceptance of another position.
- Valid driver’s license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.
Why: Help individuals break the cycle. Join our team and transform lives!
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 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 through [email protected] or 801-693-2888.
Tags: Addiction, addiction counselor, addictions, addictions counselor, psychology, social work, counselor intern, LCDC intern, substance abuse counselor, substance abuse counselor intern, MTC, LCDCI, CCJPA
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- Will you be able to reliably commute or relocate to HENDERSON, TX for this job?
License/Certification:
- Substance Abuse Counseling Certification (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Tyler, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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