Substance Abuse Clerk

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 caring staff at East Texas Treatment Facility is dedicated to providing effective, life-changing rehabilitative programs and services that will assist with reducing re-offense.

Position title: Substance Abuse Clerk

Facility name: East Texas Treatment Facility

Location: 900 Industrial Drive, Henderson, TX 75652

Rate of pay: $13.00 per hour

Work schedule: Monday-Friday; 8 hours per day

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 are available

Job responsibilities: A Substance Abuse Clerk is responsible for clerical tasks, systems and procedures related to DWI / SAFPF / ISF programs in compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) directives.

Essential functions:

1. Perform varied clerical duties including performing data entry functions.
2. Make adjustments necessary to ensure schedules are met.
3. Perform duties including typing correspondence, form letters, accountability forms, status reports and other required forms in a timely manner.
4. Maintain files on department records, cards, forms and correspondence sent, received and/or requiring further action.
5. Proofread records or forms; copy needed information from one record to another as required. 
6. Maintain confidentiality of all offender information.
7. Receive telephone calls tactfully referring to the proper individual
8. Operate office equipment such as personal computers, fax and copy machines and scanners.
9. 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.
10. Maintain accountability of offenders and property; adhere to safety practices.

It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.

Education and experience requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
• Three years full-time, wage-earning clerical or secretarial experience to include one year of computer operations.
• Experience in the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent to include word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software programs preferred.
• A valid driver license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Post hire requirements:

• 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.

Why: Help individuals break the cycle. Join our team and transform lives!

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