Substance Abuse Counselor II

**Pay: $24.00 per hour** **Schedule:** Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8-hour shifts **Benefit package includes:** + 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 Impact lives with Management & Training Corporation (MTC)! At the **W. J. "Jim" Estelle Unit in Huntsville, Texas** , our foundation is based upon the philosophies of caring about others, giving back, and making a social impact. We provide a safe and secure working environment for our staff while helping an at-risk population receive the treatment necessary for success on their road back to a healthy, productive life. **Essential Duties:** 1. Assists in planning chemical dependency counseling programs; and coordinates the delivery of counseling services to offenders with histories of chemical use, abuse, or addiction. 2. Maintain Therapeutic Community (TC) within the facility working closely with correctional staff to create a living environment that is peer driven. 3. Provides a comprehensive evaluation from a battery of valid measurement tools to assess the recovery needs and the re-offense risk of 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. Provides 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. 6. Maintains offender records and other records regarding services provided to include statistical feedback on evaluations; and compiles data and submits reports and related documentation as appropriate. 7. 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 SAFPF/IPTC programs. 8. Submit a copy of the Individual Progress Summary to the Parole Division to be included in the Parole Case Summary. **Qualifications:** + Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED + **Two (2)** years full-time, wage-earning substance abuse treatment or substance abuse education experience + Must possess current valid licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor **(LCDC)** by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), orcurrent valid licensure as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional **(CCJP)** by the Texas Certification Board of Addition Professionals + Must maintain valid licensure or certification for continued employment in the position + A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required unless waived by management. 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] ([email protected]) or 801-693-2888. Learn more about Management & Training Corporation here (