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 now hiring caring professionals to provide individuals in the inside with hope, skills and opportunities for a better life.
Position title: Substance Abuse Counselor
Facility name: Graceville Correctional Facility
Location: 5168 Ezell Rd, Graceville, FL 32440
Rate of pay: $19.00 per hour
Work schedule: Full-time; Monday-Friday; 7:00 AM-3:30 PM
Benefit package includes:
- Health/dental/vision/life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays (9 total)
- Professional development assistance
- Career advancement opportunities
Position summary: A substance abuse counselor is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of an effective alcohol and drug abuse program with emphasis placed on awareness, prevention, staff training and networking with community resources. Compliance with American Correctional Association (ACA) standards, Management & Training Corporation (MTC), Florida Department of Corrections (FDOC) and Florida Department of Management Services (DMS) directives is expected.
Essential responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a system to promote the coordination and integration of the substance abuse prevention components with either facility programs.
- Ensure the documentation of all inmates’ assessments and plans are in inmates’ medical records regarding the substance abuse problems.
- Provide ongoing comprehensive training for all staff members in the substance abuse area.
- Assist in providing comprehensive training for all staff members in the substance abuse area.
- Assist in providing substance abuse related materials and information in the health education program and development of health services standing orders and facility operating procedures regarding substance abuse.
- Conduct substance abuse and cognitive behavioral classes, group educational, peer support and other prevention sessions for inmate/staff.
- Encourage awareness of substance abuse issues throughout the facility.
- Develop linkages with community resources for substance abuse services.
Education and experience requirements:
- A bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, criminology or a related field is required. Directly related experience may be considered in lieu of formal education requirements, if approved by management.
- Where applicable, must possess appropriate certification (such as Certified Addiction Counselor, (CAC), or Certified Addiction Professional, (CAP).
- Two (2) years of substance abuse treatment experience is preferred.
- A valid driver's license in the state of Florida with an acceptable driving record is 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 jobs@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2600
Tags: Addiction counselor, criminal justice, mental health, Certified Addiction Counselor, CAC, Certified Addiction Professional, CAP, substance abuse
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
Work Location: In person