Certified Instructor, DWI

MTC Corrections•Bryan, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Instructor, DWI provides instruction to offenders in DWI programs at the J.W. Hamilton Pre-Release Unit in Bryan, Texas. The role includes interviewing, screening, and evaluating offenders for program participation; maintaining offender and service records; compiling workload statistics; and submitting reports and related documentation. The instructor uses varied teaching strategies, administers and evaluates pre- and post-tests, and supports the development of positive social skills through appropriate role modeling, interventions, and feedback to staff. The position also requires maintaining accountability for staff, offenders, and property and following safety practices. This is a full-time position with Monday–Friday, eight-hour shifts, paying $19.00 per hour. Successful completion of the Texas DWI Education In-Service Training Program approved by DSHS is required. The employee must hold current CPR certification, maintain a valid license for continued employment, and successfully complete annual background checks and in-service training requirements approved by TDCJ.

Requirements

Associate's degree in psychology, sociology, counseling, social work, criminal justice, education, nursing, or health; and/or an active registration as an LCDC or LCDC-I, licensed social worker, or LPC or LPC-A; or at least two years of documented experience providing direct client services related to the applicable internship, licensing, or education to persons with substance abuse problems or mental disorders.
Successful completion of the Texas DWI Education In-Service Training Program approved by DSHS.
Current CPR certification.
Maintain a valid license for continued employment.
Valid Texas driver's license with an acceptable driving record, unless waived by management.
Successfully complete annual background checks and in-service training requirements approved by TDCJ.
Good communication skills and demonstrated instructional ability.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction to offenders in DWI programs.
Interview, screen, and evaluate offenders for potential program participation.
Maintain offender records and other records concerning services provided, including workload statistics.
Compile data and submit reports and related documentation as appropriate.
Use a variety of teaching strategies and administer and evaluate pre- and post-test instruments.
Promote positive social skills by modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed.
Provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills, procedures, and intervention techniques.
Maintain accountability of staff, offenders, and property, and adhere to safety practices.