Addiction Severity Index Tester (Counselor III)

Management and Training Corporation•Bryan, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Management & Training Corporation is hiring an Addiction Severity Index Tester (Counselor III) at the J.W. Hamilton Pre-Release Unit in Bryan, Texas. The role supports an at-risk population by providing treatment intended to help offenders return to a healthy, productive life in a safe and secure working environment. The position designs and implements treatment and discharge plans, provides individual and group counseling, conducts assessments and interventions, and maintains continuity of care in collaboration with psychiatric, social work, medical, and other professionals. It includes independent clinical responsibility for offenders, crisis intervention, case presentations, referrals, and communication with staff and administration.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent (GED).
Four years of full-time, wage-earning experience in substance abuse treatment.
Current licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor by the Texas Department of State Health Services, a Licensed Professional Counselor by the Texas Commission of Professional Counselors, or a Licensed Psychological Associate by the Texas Board of Psychological Examiners.
Current CPR certification and maintenance of a valid license for continued employment.
Valid Texas driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, unless waived by management.
Successful completion of TDCJ-approved Correctional Awareness Training (CAT), annual in-service training requirements, and an annual background check.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from a CHEA- or USDE-accredited college or university; major coursework in Criminal Justice, Behavioral Science, or a related field is preferred. Each year of qualifying experience beyond the required four may substitute for 30 semester hours of college credit on a year-for-year basis.
Experience in a therapeutic community environment.

Responsibilities

Design and implement complex treatment and discharge plans for offenders, and conduct intensive or comprehensive interventions.
Assume independent clinical responsibility for offenders, including crisis intervention, suicide prevention, recognition of abnormal behavior, and actions to prevent or defuse disruptive situations.
Collaborate with supervisors and psychiatric, social work, and medical professionals on case-related issues to maintain continuity of care and support therapeutic and restorative goals through individual and group counseling.
Conduct evaluation tests to determine offenders’ needs, establish goals, and develop plans; refer offenders to contract professionals for assessment and treatment.
Provide recommendations regarding discharge plans, make case presentations, and assist the program director and treatment team.
Maintain and monitor offender confidentiality and review offender status.
Attend scheduled staff meetings and promote communication and the proper flow of relevant information among administration, staff, and offenders.