Counselor I or Intern Counselor

The Counselor I or Intern Counselor works under the guidance of the Counselor Supervisor and works at least 40 hours per week. The Counselor I or Intern Counselor is responsible for providing comprehensive counseling services/classroom instruction and guidance to a resident caseload in the areas of substance abuse, emotional and mental health issues, and life skills within the scope of CCF programming, policies and procedures, and DSHS standards.

• Utilizes various CCF approved instruments for the evaluation and assessment of CCF residents in the areas of: substance abuse, mental/emotional health issues and life skills. • Works with the Program Director in the development and implementation of programs relating to the rehabilitation and treatment of CCF residents. • Assists in the intake and orientation of new residents. • Provides accurate and appropriate documentation of the CCF residents as to their attendance, progress, cooperation and needs regarding the treatment program. • Provides daily counseling and assistance to the residents on an individual or group basis as the need arises. • Attends and participates in resident staffing. • Assures that the CCF residents’ rights are protected and reports any violations to the CCF Assistant Director and/or Director. • Adheres to licensure standards/rules governing confidentiality. • Complies with the guidelines of the CCF, as well as CJAD standards/ethics, DSHS standards/ethics, license standards/ethics, and local, state, and federal laws. • May be required to transport residents in an emergency situation. • Reports any and all personnel problems to Program Director. • Is knowledgeable of and uses universal precautions when dealing with residents. • Conducts self in a professional manner with colleagues in the criminal justice system, with offenders, with victims, and with the public. • Complies with CJAD Standards; Residential Code of Ethics; LCDC/ LPC Code of Ethics; Departmental policies and procedures. • Performs other duties as required. • Equivalency of an associate's degree from an institution of higher education accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Texas Higher Education Board in criminology, corrections, counseling, law, social work, psychology, sociology, ADAC or related field approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). • Must possess a solid understanding of the dynamics of the disease of addiction and various program types pertinent to the addictive personality • Prefer prior working experience in the Criminal Justice System. • Ability to meet the physical demands of the position which may include bending, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 50 pounds, standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time. • Ability to work in stressful situations • Ability to operate various office equipment and equipment needed to assess residents. • Ability to travel as required. • Ability and training to administer CPR and/or first aid in an emergency situation • Have the ability to utilize a personal computer. • Be able to work independently and efficiently. • Possess skills to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. • Ability to work a flexible schedule to include evenings, weekends and holidays