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Pay: $19 per hour

**Work schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday** (6:30 AM-3:30 PM or 8:00 AM-5:00 PM) - Staff when licensed will also rotate weekend hours as follow: Saturdays 7:00 AM-11:00 AM / Sundays 7:00 AM-11:00 AM - Staff that are scheduled to work a weekend will be given a day off during the week. This occurs every 2-3 months on staff rotations

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) and 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 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 chemical dependency treatment and rehabilitation in compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) directives.

Essential Functions:

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. Participates in sessions designed to teach and practice complex life skills such as assertiveness, anger management, goal setting, managing criminality and changing thinking errors.

5. 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.

6. Coordinates recovery-oriented support groups for inmates.

7. Assist in providing volunteer coordination, recovery literature libraries, time and space for open meetings, study groups, and sponsorship sessions.

8. Ensures the traditions and principles of alcoholics anonymous (AA) and narcotics anonymous (NA), SOS, Celebrate Recovery and all other recovery groups are respected.

9. Provides required training to inmates prior to their leading recovery-oriented support groups.

10. 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.

11. Must be actively engaging in and participating in the dorms while ensuring groups are being conducted and in compliance within the fidelity of the model.

12. 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 have one of the following licenses/certifications: a letter of registration as a Counselor Intern (LCDC-I); or current certification as Certified Criminal Justice Professional Applicant Status (CCJP-A); or a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) license from the Texas Department of State Health Services; or Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) as approved by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals.

+ Selected applicants must obtain the Licensed Clinical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) license or the Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) certification within five (5) years from the date of their registration as a Counselor Intern or CCJP-A.

+ Must sign a Credential Contingency Agreement that will remain in effect only until the initially established expiration date. Failure to comply with this contingency statement will 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.

Post Hire Requirements:

Within 180 days of employment, must have a letter of registration as a CI from the Texas Department of State Health Services or current certification as a CCJP-A as approved by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals. Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements and pass an annual background check, both of which must be approved by Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

**Why:** Make a real difference every day by helping to change lives.

_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, 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_ [email protected]_ _or 801-693-2888._

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