Management & Training Corporation
Substance Abuse Counselor II
Management & Training Corporation, San Diego, Texas, United States, 78384
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Pay: $24.00 per hour
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)
Paid holidays
Bereavement leave
Civic duty and military leave
Schedule Full-time, Monday – Friday, 8-hour shifts
Location Ernestine Glossbrenner Unit in San Diego, Texas
Position Summary Reports to the assistant program director. Provides clinical supervision to substance abuse counselor I’s and performs highly complex substance abuse counseling work. Responsibilities include planning, coordinating, and implementing substance abuse counseling activities and coordinating with other departments to ensure the optimal use 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
Assist in planning chemical dependency counseling programs and coordinate the delivery of services to inmates with histories of chemical use, abuse, or addiction.
Provide substance abuse counseling and recovery skills training; participate in inmate orientation, educational and individual and process counseling groups in compliance with program standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures.
Provide a comprehensive evaluation from a battery of valid measurement tools to assess recovery needs.
Participate in the development and implementation of a comprehensive treatment plan (CTP) based on results of an evaluation battery designed to assess inmate needs and risk associated with recidivism.
Maintain accurate and complete case reports, records, and statistics necessary for program evaluation; maintain confidentiality of inmate records and compile data for reports and documentation as appropriate.
Participate in sessions designed to teach and practice complex life skills such as individual counseling, family education and interactive sessions, and treatment planning.
Implement follow‑up and after‑care plans for inmates that participate in the program prior to their release and disseminate information on community resources for inmate placement in follow‑up treatment.
Additional Responsibilities
Make available to all inmates recovery‑oriented support groups.
Within 90 days of completion of the program, work with the treatment team to establish a continuum of care service plan (SAFPT/IPTC).
Submit a copy of the continuum of care service plan to the Parole Division to be included in the Parole Case Summary (SAFPF/IPTC).
Supervise the work of others and assist in instructing others in program methods, procedures, and functions.
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.
Maintain accountability of staff, inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.
Education and Experience Requirements Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED. Two (2) years full‑time, wage‑earning substance abuse treatment or substance abuse education experience. Must possess current valid licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), or as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals. Must maintain valid licensure or certification for continued employment. A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required unless waived by management.
Post Hire Requirements Must complete Correctional Awareness Training (CAT) prior to inmate contact. Must successfully complete annual in‑service training requirements and pass an annual background check, both of which must be approved by Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
EEO Statement 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 and strives to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Education Administration Programs
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Substance Abuse Counselor II
role at
Management & Training Corporation .
Pay: $24.00 per hour
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)
Paid holidays
Bereavement leave
Civic duty and military leave
Schedule Full-time, Monday – Friday, 8-hour shifts
Location Ernestine Glossbrenner Unit in San Diego, Texas
Position Summary Reports to the assistant program director. Provides clinical supervision to substance abuse counselor I’s and performs highly complex substance abuse counseling work. Responsibilities include planning, coordinating, and implementing substance abuse counseling activities and coordinating with other departments to ensure the optimal use 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
Assist in planning chemical dependency counseling programs and coordinate the delivery of services to inmates with histories of chemical use, abuse, or addiction.
Provide substance abuse counseling and recovery skills training; participate in inmate orientation, educational and individual and process counseling groups in compliance with program standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures.
Provide a comprehensive evaluation from a battery of valid measurement tools to assess recovery needs.
Participate in the development and implementation of a comprehensive treatment plan (CTP) based on results of an evaluation battery designed to assess inmate needs and risk associated with recidivism.
Maintain accurate and complete case reports, records, and statistics necessary for program evaluation; maintain confidentiality of inmate records and compile data for reports and documentation as appropriate.
Participate in sessions designed to teach and practice complex life skills such as individual counseling, family education and interactive sessions, and treatment planning.
Implement follow‑up and after‑care plans for inmates that participate in the program prior to their release and disseminate information on community resources for inmate placement in follow‑up treatment.
Additional Responsibilities
Make available to all inmates recovery‑oriented support groups.
Within 90 days of completion of the program, work with the treatment team to establish a continuum of care service plan (SAFPT/IPTC).
Submit a copy of the continuum of care service plan to the Parole Division to be included in the Parole Case Summary (SAFPF/IPTC).
Supervise the work of others and assist in instructing others in program methods, procedures, and functions.
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.
Maintain accountability of staff, inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.
Education and Experience Requirements Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED. Two (2) years full‑time, wage‑earning substance abuse treatment or substance abuse education experience. Must possess current valid licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), or as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals. Must maintain valid licensure or certification for continued employment. A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required unless waived by management.
Post Hire Requirements Must complete Correctional Awareness Training (CAT) prior to inmate contact. Must successfully complete annual in‑service training requirements and pass an annual background check, both of which must be approved by Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
EEO Statement 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 and strives to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Education Administration Programs
Contact Learn more about Management & Training Corporation here.
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San Diego, TX .
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