Substance Abuse Counselor
About The Position
Know someone whose life was impacted by addiction and incarceration? Be the hope, support, and second chance people in your community need to rebuild their future. MTC-Gadsden Correctional Facility located in Quincy, FL., is now hiring a substance abuse counselor looking to give people hope, skills, and opportunities for a better life. Position Summary: Reports to the substance abuse supervisor. Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of an effective alcohol and other drug abuse program with emphasis placed on awareness, prevention, staff training and networking with community resources in compliance with American Correctional Association (ACA) standards, Management & Training Corporation (MTC), Florida Department of Corrections (FDOC) and Florida Department of Management Services (DMS) directives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, criminology or related field and where applicable, must possess appropriate certification.
- Valid driver's license in the state of Florida with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.
- Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Two (2) years of substance abuse treatment experience preferred.
- Directly related experience may be considered in lieu of formal education requirements if approved by management.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a system to promote the coordination and integration of the substance abuse prevention components with other facility programs.
- Ensure the documentation of all inmates’ assessments and plans are in inmates' medical records regarding substance abuse problems.
- Provide ongoing comprehensive training for all staff members in the substance abuse area.
- Assist in providing substance abuse related materials and information in the health education program and development of health services standing orders and facility operating procedures regarding substance abuse.
- Conduct substance abuse and cognitive behavioral classes, group educational, peer support and other prevention sessions for inmates/staff.
- Encourage awareness of substance abuse issues throughout the facility.
- Develop linkages with community resources for substance abuse services.
- Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed.
- Maintain accountability of inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.
- It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management
Benefits
- Health/dental/vision/life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 9 paid holidays
- Opportunities for job advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
