Pay: $25 per hour

Work schedule: Full-time, Monday – Friday

Benefit package includes:

Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription Drug Benefits  Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)  Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefits  401(k) Retirement Plan  Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  Paid Time Off (PTO)  Paid Holidays 

Work with a purpose! Management & Training Corporation is proud to operate the East Texas Treatment Facility in Henderson, TX. Join a team with values that match your own and make a difference in the lives of people needing second chances.

What you’ll do: You’ll supervise the peer support specialist and perform moderately complex substance abuse counseling work.  Work involves planning, coordinating, and implementing substance abuse counseling activities; and coordinating with other departments to ensure the maximum utilization of resources available for DWI/SAFPF/ISF programs in compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) directives.

Essential Functions:  

Assists with substance abuse counseling and recovery skills training; participates in inmate orientation, educational and individual and process counseling groups in compliance with program standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures. Participates in the development and implementation of a comprehensive treatment plan (CTP) which is developed based on results of an evaluation battery designed to assess inmate needs and risk associated with recidivism.  Maintains accurate and complete case reports, records, and statistics necessary for the evaluation of the program.  Maintain confidentiality of inmate records. Compiles data and submits reports and related documentation as appropriate. Participates in sessions designed to teach and practice complex life skills such as assertiveness, anger management, goal setting, managing criminality and changing thinking errors. Implements follow-up and after-care plans for inmates that participate in the program prior to their release; and disseminates information on community resources for inmate placement in follow-up treatment. Make recovery-oriented support groups available to all inmates. Provide volunteer coordination, recovery literature libraries, time and space for open meetings, study groups, and sponsorship sessions.  Serve as volunteer point of contact. Manage calendars for self-help involvement. Ensures the traditions and principles of alcoholics anonymous (AA) and narcotics anonymous (NA) are respected.  Ensures inmates receive required training prior to leading recovery-oriented support groups.  Assist in developing training materials and conducting training sessions for program staff and participants. Engage with inmates and others to gather feedback, address concerns, and ensure a positive experience with self-help programs. Promote the development of positive social skills through 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, 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.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.  Must possess current valid licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Certified Program Instructor, Licensed Psychological Associate, current valid licensure as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) by the Texas Certification Board of Addition Professionals or current valid licensure as Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC) licensed to conduct counseling in a treatment environment.  Must maintain valid licensure or certification for continued employment in the position.    A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required, unless waived by management.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2888.