About this opportunity
MTC lists this Addiction Assessment Specialist opportunity in henderson, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Pay: $17.85 per hour
nWork schedule: Full Time, Monday-Friday 8-hour days
nBenefit package includes:
nnnMedical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription Drug Benefits
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nnLife, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
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nnShort-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefits
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nn401(k) Retirement Plan
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nnEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)
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nnPaid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
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n nJoin a team dedicated to helping people improve their lives! Management & Training Corporation operates the East Texas Treatment Facility in Henderson, Texas, where we provide a safe environment for our employees. Make a meaningful impact by supporting recovery-focused treatment in a structured correctional environment
nPosition Summary:
nThis role completes assessments, assists with treatment and discharge planning, provides counseling services, and serves as a clinical resource to staff while ensuring compliance with MTC and TDCJ directives.
nEssential Functions:
nnnDesigns and implements comprehensive treatment plans (CTP) and comprehensive assessment plans (CAP); and conducts intensive or comprehensive interventions.
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nnAssume independent clinical responsibility for all inmates including the application of crisis intervention techniques to include suicide prevention, recognizing abnormal behavior, and taking appropriate action to prevent or diffuse potentially disruptive situations.
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nnCollaborates with supervisors or other psychiatric, social work, or medical professionals on specific case-related issues to maintain continuity of care, and to aid in achieving therapeutic and restorative goals for inmates through individual and group counseling.
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nnConduct evaluation tests for inmates to determine needs, establish goals and develop plans; make referrals to contract professionals for assessment and treatment of inmates.
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nnProvide recommendations regarding CAP; make case presentations; and assist the program director and treatment team.
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nnMaintain and monitor the confidentiality of inmate records and review the status of inmates.
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nnMaintain accurate and complete case reports, records, and statistics necessary for the evaluation of the program.
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nnAttend scheduled staff meetings; promote communication and the proper flow of relevant information between administration, staff, and inmates.
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nnPromote the development of positive social skills and intervene when inappropriate behaviors are observed; provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques.
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nnMaintain accountability of inmates; adhere to safety practices.
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n nEducation and Experience Requirements:
nnnBachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE).
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nnFour (4) years of full-time, wage-earning substance abuse treatment experience. Each year of experience in excess of the required four (4) may be substituted for thirty (30) semester hours from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis.
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nnMust possess current valid licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern (LCDC-I) by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), current valid certification as Certified Criminal Justice Professional -Applicant (CCJP-A) by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals, current valid licensure as Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors.
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nnMust maintain valid licensure or certification for continued employment in the position.
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nnA valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required, unless waived by management.
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n nPost Hire Requirements:
nMust complete Correctional Awareness Training (CAT) prior to inmate contact. 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.
nManagement & 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 or .
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Worksite address
henderson, TX, 75652, US
Who can apply
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