Overnight Lcdc I Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Description
Applicants must submit both a résumé and a completed application to be considered. Both documents should include sufficient work history to assess qualifications.
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Job Duties:
In this role, you will provide substance use counseling, facilitate rehabilitation programming, support inmate reentry planning, and maintain compliance with Substance Use Treatment Program standards. Counselors work directly with inmates participating in treatment programs and help coordinate their transition to followup services after release.
You'd be a GOOD fit if:
You graduated from an accredited senior high school or equivalent (GED).
You are detailed oriented
You are familiar with substance use screening tools and treatment programs
You are seeking to start your counseling career and gain supervised experience while working toward full LCDC or CCJP licensure.
You have a letter of registration as a Counselor Intern from the Texas Department of State Health Services or current certification as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional Applicant Status (CCJPA) as approved by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals.
You'd be a GREAT fit if:
You already have one year of full'time, wage¿earning experience in substance use treatment or substance use education.
You have experience in a therapeutic community environment.
You have knowledge of substance use disorders, the disease model of addiction, codependency, and related disorders, and knowledge of counseling and recovery.
You have a current valid license as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) by the Texas Department of State Health Services, or current valid certification as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals, or a current qualifying credential to conduct counseling in a treatment environment.
For the full Job Description, please click the link below:
Substance Abuse Counselor I Substance Use Treatment Program
Substance Abuse Counselor II Substance Use Treatment Program
Additional Information:
Travel
None Position may make day trips, but no overnight trips
Work Site Visits
No
Study Material
No
PreService Training Academy Required
No
Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position
Hazardous
Outside applicants will be required to submit to preemployment drug testing as a condition of employment.
Contact Information:
Questions concerning this Questions concerning the application
position can be directed to: process can be directed to:
Andrea Canul Harmony Lopez
Hiring Manager OR Human Resources
9364372854 9364373069
Andrea.Canul@tdcj.texas.gov hr.selectionsteam1@tdcj.texas.gov
Important Note to the Candidate:
This is a Career Ladder position. When filling available positions,
consideration will be given to the selected applicant's education
and experience.
Military Preference
To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.
Military Occupation Specialty Codes
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
Click on the occupational category for the position.
Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide .
The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com , http://www.onetonline.org , https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.
Applications submitted through Work in Texas
Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.
Eligibility
An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.
EEO Statement:
The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.