REENTRY & INTEGRATION
Substance Abuse Counselor III- Addiction Severity Index Tester - Powledge Unit (
REENTRY & INTEGRATION, Tennessee Colony, Texas, us, 75884
Overview
Job Description - Substance Abuse Counselor III- Addiction Severity Index Tester - Powledge Unit (033756) (26000030) Substance Abuse Counselor III- Addiction Severity Index Tester - Powledge Unit (033756) Organization
REENTRY & INTEGRATION Primary Location
United States-Texas-TENNESSEE COLONY Job
Office and Administrative Support Employee Status
Regular Schedule
Full-time Travel Moderatre Salary/Salary Range: $4,759.50 (RET 2.5% Less) Pay Basis: Monthly Work Site Visits: No Study Material: No Overtime Status
Non-exempt Job Posting: Jan 7, 2026, 6:00:00 AM Closing Date: Jan 17, 2026, 5:59:00 AM I. JOB SUMMARY
Performs advanced substance abuse counseling work. Work involves planning and coordinating substance abuse counseling programs and activities. Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
A. Assists in substance use treatment programs; and coordinates with other departments, divisions, agencies, and community organizations for the delivery of treatment services to inmates with histories of substance use, substance use disorders, abuse, or addiction. B. Provides advanced specialized substance use and substance use disorder assessments in compliance with Substance Use Treatment Program standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures. C. Maintains inmate records and other records regarding services provided to include statistical feedback on evaluations; and compiles data and submits reports and related documentation. D. Assists in instructing others in program methods, procedures, and functions. * Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education, Experience, and Training Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED. Three years full-time, wage-earning experience in substance use treatment, education, human services, psychology, social work, sociology, behavioral science, or criminal justice. Fifteen semester hours from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by CHEA or USDE to include major coursework in Substance Use Treatment, Education, Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Behavioral Science, Criminal Justice or a related field may be substituted for each six months of experience. Therapeutic community environment experience preferred. Screening and assessment experience preferred. Current valid licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) by the Texas Department of State Health Services, current valid certification as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals, current valid license as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) by the Texas Commission of Professional Counselors, or current valid licensure as a Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors. Must maintain valid license or certification for continued employment in position. B. Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of substance use, substance use disorder, co-dependency, and other related disorders. Knowledge of the techniques and modalities of counseling assessments and an understanding of substance use recovery. Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred. Skill to observe, assess, evaluate, and analyze provided services and prepare related reports. Skill in motivational interviewing techniques. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Skill in problem-solving techniques. Skill to review technical data and prepare technical reports. Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports. Skill to interpret and translate Spanish to English and English to Spanish preferred. IV. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and automobile. Additional Information
Please note that applications submitted via handwritten forms, email, mail, or fax will not be accepted. Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment histories. If any information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete. If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation, inform the hiring representative who contacts you to schedule your interview. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. *Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.* Questions regarding this posting may be directed to: Shenesia Jenkins Human Resources Headquarters 2 Financial Plaza, STE 600 Huntsville, TX 77340 PH (936) 437-3069 EMAIL HR.selectionsteam1@tdcj.texas.gov Military Occupation Specialty Code The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.
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Job Description - Substance Abuse Counselor III- Addiction Severity Index Tester - Powledge Unit (033756) (26000030) Substance Abuse Counselor III- Addiction Severity Index Tester - Powledge Unit (033756) Organization
REENTRY & INTEGRATION Primary Location
United States-Texas-TENNESSEE COLONY Job
Office and Administrative Support Employee Status
Regular Schedule
Full-time Travel Moderatre Salary/Salary Range: $4,759.50 (RET 2.5% Less) Pay Basis: Monthly Work Site Visits: No Study Material: No Overtime Status
Non-exempt Job Posting: Jan 7, 2026, 6:00:00 AM Closing Date: Jan 17, 2026, 5:59:00 AM I. JOB SUMMARY
Performs advanced substance abuse counseling work. Work involves planning and coordinating substance abuse counseling programs and activities. Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
A. Assists in substance use treatment programs; and coordinates with other departments, divisions, agencies, and community organizations for the delivery of treatment services to inmates with histories of substance use, substance use disorders, abuse, or addiction. B. Provides advanced specialized substance use and substance use disorder assessments in compliance with Substance Use Treatment Program standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures. C. Maintains inmate records and other records regarding services provided to include statistical feedback on evaluations; and compiles data and submits reports and related documentation. D. Assists in instructing others in program methods, procedures, and functions. * Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education, Experience, and Training Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED. Three years full-time, wage-earning experience in substance use treatment, education, human services, psychology, social work, sociology, behavioral science, or criminal justice. Fifteen semester hours from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by CHEA or USDE to include major coursework in Substance Use Treatment, Education, Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Behavioral Science, Criminal Justice or a related field may be substituted for each six months of experience. Therapeutic community environment experience preferred. Screening and assessment experience preferred. Current valid licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) by the Texas Department of State Health Services, current valid certification as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals, current valid license as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) by the Texas Commission of Professional Counselors, or current valid licensure as a Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors. Must maintain valid license or certification for continued employment in position. B. Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of substance use, substance use disorder, co-dependency, and other related disorders. Knowledge of the techniques and modalities of counseling assessments and an understanding of substance use recovery. Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred. Skill to observe, assess, evaluate, and analyze provided services and prepare related reports. Skill in motivational interviewing techniques. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Skill in problem-solving techniques. Skill to review technical data and prepare technical reports. Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports. Skill to interpret and translate Spanish to English and English to Spanish preferred. IV. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and automobile. Additional Information
Please note that applications submitted via handwritten forms, email, mail, or fax will not be accepted. Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment histories. If any information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete. If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation, inform the hiring representative who contacts you to schedule your interview. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. *Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.* Questions regarding this posting may be directed to: Shenesia Jenkins Human Resources Headquarters 2 Financial Plaza, STE 600 Huntsville, TX 77340 PH (936) 437-3069 EMAIL HR.selectionsteam1@tdcj.texas.gov Military Occupation Specialty Code The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.
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