Recovery Support Specialist

Management and Training Corporation•Henderson, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Recovery Support Specialist performs moderately complex substance abuse counseling work at the East Texas Treatment Facility in Henderson, Texas. The role involves planning, coordinating, and implementing substance abuse counseling activities and working with other departments to make effective use of available resources for chemical dependency treatment and rehabilitation in compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) directives. The position supports inmate counseling, recovery skills training, treatment planning, case documentation, recovery-oriented support groups, and preparation for follow-up care after release. The incumbent models positive social behavior, supports staff in applying social-skills procedures, participates in dorm activities to help ensure groups follow the program model, and maintains accountability and safety. Other duties may be assigned within the incumbent’s capabilities.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent, or GED.
Must have one of the following: a Counselor Intern (LCDC-I) letter of registration; current Certified Criminal Justice Professional Applicant Status (CCJP-A) certification; a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) license from the Texas Department of State Health Services; or Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) certification approved by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals.
Selected applicants must obtain an LCDC license or CCJP certification within five years from the date of registration as a Counselor Intern or CCJP-A.
Must sign a Credential Contingency Agreement, which remains in effect until its initially established expiration date; failure to comply may result in separation from employment or acceptance of another position.
A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required unless waived by management.
Within 180 days of employment, must have a Counselor Intern letter of registration from the Texas Department of State Health Services or current CCJP-A certification approved by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals.
Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements and pass an annual background check, both subject to TDCJ approval.

Responsibilities

Assist with substance abuse counseling and recovery skills training, and participate in inmate orientation, educational activities, and individual and process counseling groups in accordance with program standards and procedures.
Participate in developing and implementing comprehensive treatment plans based on evaluations of inmate needs and recidivism risk.
Maintain accurate and complete case reports, records, and program statistics; protect the confidentiality of inmate records; compile data and submit reports and related documentation.
Participate in sessions teaching and practicing life skills, including assertiveness, anger management, goal setting, managing criminality, and changing thinking errors.
Implement follow-up and after-care plans before inmates’ release and provide information about community resources for follow-up treatment.
Coordinate recovery-oriented support groups for inmates.
Assist with volunteer coordination and provide recovery literature libraries, time and space for open meetings and study groups, and sponsorship sessions.
Ensure that the traditions and principles of AA, NA, SOS, Celebrate Recovery, and other recovery groups are respected.
Provide required training to inmates before they lead recovery-oriented support groups.
Promote positive social skills by modeling appropriate behavior and intervening when inappropriate behavior is observed; provide staff with regular feedback on social-skills procedures and intervention techniques.
Engage and participate in the dorms while ensuring groups are conducted in accordance with the fidelity of the model.
Maintain accountability of staff, inmates, and property, and adhere to safety practices.
Perform other duties as assigned within the incumbent’s capabilities.