Substance Abuse Counselor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited senior high school or equivalent, or possess a GED.
• Possess a current valid LCDC-CI registration from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), or current valid CCJP-A certification from the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals, or be a Treatment Specialist; a Treatment Specialist must obtain LCDC-CI or CCJP-A within 180 days of hire.
• Maintain valid registration or certification for continued employment in the position.
• Possess or obtain an LCDC license or CCJP certification within five years from the date of registration as an LCDC-CI Counselor Intern or CCJP-A.
• Sign a Credential Contingency Agreement; failure to comply with its terms will result in separation of employment, and the agreement will not be extended or renewed due to separation or acceptance of another position.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record, unless waived by management.

Responsibilities

• Provide substance abuse counseling and recovery skills training, and participate in inmate orientation, education, and individual and process counseling groups in accordance with program standards and policies.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations using a battery of valid measurement tools to assess DWI inmates’ recovery needs and risk of re-offense.
• Participate in developing and implementing comprehensive treatment plans based on evaluation results and inmates’ needs and recidivism risk.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential case reports, records, and statistics; compile data and submit reports and related documentation.
• Participate in sessions that teach and practice complex life skills, including assertiveness, anger management, goal setting, managing criminality, and changing thinking errors.
• Implement follow-up and aftercare plans for program participants before release and provide information about community resources for follow-up treatment placement.
• Make recovery-oriented support groups available to all inmates.
• Within 30 days of program completion, work with the treatment team to develop a comprehensive assessment plan (CAP) for each inmate on the caseload, reflecting evaluation results and comments on participation and program completion.
• Submit a copy of each CAP to the Parole Division for inclusion in the Parole Case Summary.
• 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.
• Maintain accountability of staff, inmates, and property, and follow safety practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the employee’s capabilities.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and prescription drug benefits
• Dental benefits
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Bereavement leave
• Civic duty and military leave