What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Use Counselor position at Coastal Bend CSCD?
DUTY STATIONS: CBRISF - Sinton (inpatient) OR CSCD - Sinton, Beeville, Rockport and George West, Texas(outpatient). ELIGIBILITY: Eligible applicants must be a LCDC in good standing registered with the Texas Department of State Health Services. Bachelor's degree from accredited college, university or institution of higher learning preferred. Must meet all the applicable criteria established in §163.40 - TDCJ-CJAD Standards. Cannot be employed as a peace officer or work as a reserve or volunteer peace officer. Cannot currently be on community supervision, parole, or serving a criminal sentence. PRIMARY JOB REQUIREMENTS/DUTIES: Provide inpatient/outpatient substance use counseling (cognitive-based) to individuals on misdemeanor and felony community supervision at the CSCD and/or Coastal Bend Regional Intermediate Sanction Facility. Conduct inpatient/outpatient substance use individual/group counseling, intakes, assessments, screenings and evaluations and staff cases with officers as needed/required. Provide classroom instruction for DWI education class, Repeat Offender DWI class, the Drug Offender Education program and any other auxiliary programs the department offers now or in the future. Ensure all counseling services comply with state law, CJAD Standards (163.40), state standards for alcohol and drug counseling, and CSCD policy. Establish and maintain individual treatment plans. Be available to work some evenings and occasional Saturdays. Serve the CSCD, CBRISF, Courts and the department with additional duties/assignments. Staff cases with Supervision Officers, the Director and the Courts as needed. Maintain LCDC licensure with the state of Texas. Strict adherence to all CSCD policies and the CJAD Code of Ethics. Be available to the Courts of this jurisdiction and provide testimony as needed. Must have a good working knowledge and proficiency in all aspects of information technology, including virtual meetings and social media interfacing. Must have the ability to work independently and as a member of a team. Must treat all individuals with dignity and respect. SALARY: Up to $50,000 per year and 3% merit pay (one-time, annual) after one year of employment. Full benefits (retirement, vacation leave, sick leave, health insurance, and optional coverages such as dental, vision and life). TO APPLY: Qualified applicants submit a completed State of Texas Application and official college transcript (Resume optional) to the CSCD Business Manager at jobs@sanpatriciococscd.org, or mail to Coastal Bend CSCD, 404 W. Market Street, Sinton, Texas 78387. Applications may also be picked up or dropped off in person. CLOSING DATE: UNTIL FILLED.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000
