Substance Abuse Counselor II

Management and Training Corporation•Lockhart, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is hiring a Substance Abuse Counselor II at the Gregory S. Coleman Programs Unit in Lockhart, Texas. The role supports offenders receiving treatment for chemical use, abuse, or addiction in a safe and secure facility environment. The counselor helps plan chemical dependency counseling programs, coordinates services, conducts assessments, and contributes to individualized treatment planning and recovery training. The position also supports a peer-driven Therapeutic Community in coordination with correctional staff. Counselors maintain records and prepare reports, including an Individual Progress Summary for each offender on their caseload at program completion. A copy of the summary is submitted to the Parole Division for inclusion in the Parole Case Summary.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent (GED).
Two years of full-time, wage-earning experience in substance abuse treatment or substance abuse education.
A current, valid Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) license from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), a current, valid Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) certification from the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals, or a current qualifying credential to conduct counseling in a treatment environment.
A valid Texas driver’s license and acceptable driving record, unless waived by management.
Successfully complete annual TDCJ-approved background checks and in-service training requirements.
Maintain a valid license or certification for continued employment.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning chemical dependency counseling programs and coordinate counseling services for offenders with histories of chemical use, abuse, or addiction.
Maintain the Therapeutic Community within the facility, working with correctional staff to create a peer-driven living environment.
Conduct comprehensive evaluations using valid measurement tools to assess recovery needs and re-offense risk.
Participate in developing Individual Treatment Plans based on assessment findings, collateral information, and clinical interviews.
Provide counseling and recovery skills training, and participate in offender orientation, educational activities, and individual and process counseling groups in accordance with program standards and policies.
Maintain offender and service records, provide statistical feedback on evaluations, and compile and submit reports and related documentation.
Develop an Individual Progress Summary for each offender on the counselor’s caseload at program completion, documenting evaluation results, participation, and quality of completion in SAFPF/IPTC programs.
Submit a copy of each Individual Progress Summary to the Parole Division for inclusion in the Parole Case Summary.