Job Information
MTC Substance Abuse Counselor Intern in Henderson, Texas
Overview
Pay: $ 19.00 per hour
Work schedule: Full time, Monday Friday; 6:30 am 3:30 pm or 8:00 am 5:00 pm
Benefit package includes:
Health/dental/vision/life insurance
Life insurance, AD&D as well as short-term disability
401(k) with company match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Professional development assistance
Career advancement opportunities
Work with a purpose! Join a team with values that match your own and make a difference in the lives of people needing second chances. Management & Training Corporation is proud to operate the East Texas Treatment Facility in Henderson, Texas. Start your counseling career as an intern at the largest treatment facility in the state.
Job responsibilities: Perform substance abuse counseling work within the DWI/SAFPF/ISF programs. Work involves planning, coordinating, and implementing substance abuse counseling activities.
Essential functions:
Provides substance abuse counseling and recovery skills training; participates in offender orientation, educational and individual and process counseling groups in compliance with program standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures.
Interviews, screens, and evaluates offenders for potential program participation.
Provides a comprehensive evaluation from a battery of valid measurement tools to assess the recovery needs and the re-offense risk of DWI/SAFPF/ISF offenders.
Participates in the Individual Treatment Plan based on the severity and characteristics of the offender as determined by the comprehensive assessment, review of collateral information, and the Clinical interview.
Maintains offender records and other records regarding services provided to include workload statistics; and compiles data and submits reports and related documentation as appropriate.
Provides liaison to participants of training programs, workshops, and seminars.
Implements follow-up and after care plans for offenders that participate in the program prior to their release; and disseminates information on community resources for offender placement in follow-up treatment.
At the conclusion of the program, an Individual Progress Summary will be developed for each offender on caseload to reflect the evaluation results together with comments about the offenders level of participation and quality of completion in the DWI/SAFPF/ISF programs.
Submit copy of the Individual Progress Summary to the Parole Division to be included in the Parole Case Summary.
Education and experience requirements:
Graduation from an accredited senior high school, GED, or equivalent.
Must have a letter of registration as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern ( LCDC-I or CI ) from the Texas Department of State Health Services or current certification as Certified Criminal Justice Addictions Professional Applicant ( CCJP-A ) 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 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. Credential Contingency Agreements will not be extended or renewed as a result of an employees separation from employment or acceptance of another position.
Valid drivers license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.
Why: Help individuals break the cycle. Join our team and transform 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, 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.