Substance Abuse Counselor II

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 (Substance Abuse Counselor II)

Facility name: East Texas Treatment Facility

Location: 900 Industrial Drive, Henderson, TX 75652

Rate of pay: $22.00 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 responsibilities: A Substance Abuse Counselor directly supervises the Substance Abuse Counselor I. He/she 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 functions:

1. 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.
2. Interviews, screens, and evaluates offenders for potential program participation.
3. 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.
4. Participates in the Individual Treatment Plan based on the severity and characteristics of the offender as determined by the comprehensive assessment, review of collateral information, and the Clinical interview.
5. Maintains offender records and other records regarding services provided to include workload statistics; and compiles data and submits reports and related documentation as appropriate.
6. Provides liaison to participants of training programs, workshops, and seminars.
7. Implements follow-up and after care plans for offenders that participate in the program prior to their release; and disseminates information on community resources for offender placement in follow-up treatment.
8. At the conclusion of the program, an Individual Progress Summary will be developed for each offender on caseload to reflect the evaluation results together with comments about the offender’s level of participation and quality of completion in the DWI/SAFPF/ISF programs.
9. Submit copy of the Individual Progress Summary to the Parole Division to be included in the Parole Case Summary.
10.  Promote the development and 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.
11. Maintain accountability of staff, 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.

Position requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
• Two years full-time, wage-earning experience in substance abuse treatment or substance abuse education.
• Must have a current valid license as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS); or current certification as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) as approved by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals; or a current qualifying credential to conduct counseling in a treatment environment.
• A valid driver’s license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record is 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 TDCJ.
• Must maintain valid license or certification for continued employment in position.
• Must hold a current CPR certification and maintain such a valid license for continued employment.

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

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