Treatment Specialist

Overview

Pay: $15.00/hr. 

Position title: Treatment Specialist 

Facility name: Kyle Correctional Center

Location: 23001 IH-35, Kyle, Texas

Work schedule: Full-time; 8-hour days

Position Summary: 

Reports to substance abuse counselor II. Responsible for performing education work within Substance Abuse Felony Punishment facility (SAFPF)/In-Prison Therapeutic Community (IPTC) programs. Work involves assisting with the planning, coordination, and implementation of activities; and coordinating with substance abuse treatment counselors and other departments to ensure the maximum utilization for resources available chemical dependency treatment and rehabilitation in compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) directives.

Essential Functions:

1. Provides didactic sessions according to designated curricula within the program. Presents education and life skills classes to assist offenders with basic education on these topics.
2. Maintain a Therapeutic community (TC) within the facility working closely with correctional staff to create a living environment that is peer driven.
3. Guides and assists offenders in complying with facility rules and regulations. Supervises offender work functions in accordance with program policies such as morning wake up routines according to established schedules. 

Position requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent (GED)
• Associates degree in the field of psychology, sociology, counseling, social work, criminal justice, or education is preferred;
• Related experience is a plus. 
• Valid driver's license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management. 
• Must successfully complete a TDCJ Approved Correctional Awareness Training (CAT). 

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, sexual orientation, gender identity, disabled 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 [email protected] or 801-693-2600.