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Management & Training Corporation

Substance Abuse Counselor I

Management & Training Corporation, San Diego, Texas, United States, 78384

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Job Title Substance Abuse Counselor I

Company Management & Training Corporation

Salary and Schedule

Intern: $19.00 per hour (Full‑time, Monday – Friday, 8‑hour shifts)

Licensed: $21.00 per hour (Full‑time, Monday – Friday, 8‑hour shifts)

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

Location and Program Ernestine Glossbrenner Unit in San Diego, Texas. The unit focuses on caring for at‑risk populations and aligns with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice directives.

Responsibilities

Provides substance abuse counseling and recovery skills training; participates in inmate orientation, educational, and individual counseling groups in compliance with program standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures.

Provides a comprehensive evaluation using a battery of valid measurement tools to assess recovery needs and re‑offense risk of DWI inmates.

Participates in development and implementation of a comprehensive treatment plan (CTP) based on evaluation results.

Maintains accurate case reports, records, and statistics; ensures confidentiality of inmate records; compiles data and submits reports.

Participates in sessions teaching life skills such as assertiveness, anger management, goal setting, managing criminality, and cognitive restructuring.

Implements follow‑up and after‑care plans for inmates prior to release; distributes community resource information.

Provides recovery‑oriented support groups.

Within 30 days of program completion, works with treatment team to develop a comprehensive assessment plan (CAP) for each inmate on caseload.

Submits CAP to Parole Division for inclusion in Parole Case Summary.

Promotes positive social skill development and intervenes when inappropriate behaviors observed.

Maintains accountability of staff, inmates, and property; adheres to safety practices.

Education and Experience Requirements Graduation from an accredited senior high school, or GED. Must possess current valid registration as Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor‑Counselor Intern (LCDC‑CI) from Texas DSHS, or certification as Certified Criminal Justice Professional Applicant Status (CCJP‑A) by Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals, or be able to obtain LCDC‑CI or CCJP‑A within 180 days of hire date.

Must maintain valid registration or certification for continued employment. Must obtain licensure as LCDC or CCJP within five (5) years from registration as LCDC‑CI or CCJP‑A. Must sign Credential Contingency Agreement.

Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record is required, unless waived by management.

Seniority Level Internship

Job Function Health Care Provider

Industries Education Administration Programs

Equal Opportunity Employer Management & Training Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disability 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 customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801‑693‑2888.

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