TJJD -Substance Abuse Counselor IV; GID

Overview

TJJD
-Substance Abuse Counselor IV (GID) - 53054 at Texas Juvenile Justice Department. The role provides trauma informed, holistic Alcohol or Other Drugs (AOD) specialized treatment for youth committed to the agency who require AOD treatment in addition to the agency's Texas Model of Trauma Informed Corrections. The AOD program includes high intensity treatment at dorms, outpatient delivery at secure facilities and halfway houses, and continuity of care after release.

The position performs complex (journey-level) administrative and supervisory program work in substance abuse counseling and assessment, provides clinical supervision to counseling interns, develops and evaluates program activities, ensures compliance with DSHS standards and grant requirements, and collaborates with program management to implement improvements. Moderate travel may be required.

• Supervise the work of assigned program staff and provide training and technical assistance in the program area.
• Interview, screen, and assess clients for potential program participation and services.
• Provide substance abuse counseling, education classes, or rehabilitative programs individually or in groups.
• Collaborate with AOD program management and staff to develop program goals, guidelines, procedures, schedules, priorities, and standards.
• Provide clinical supervision to counseling interns and ongoing coaching, mentoring, and training of AOD program staff.
• Identify areas needing change; recommend and implement activities to improve program delivery and eliminate gaps in service.
• Prepare and evaluate budget requests for grant-funded programs.
• Represent the AOD Specialized Treatment Program at business meetings and coordinate with program management as directed.
• Coordinate and conduct reviews to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, agency policies, and DSHS standards, and maintain required documentation.
• Assist in staffing, meetings, and sharing information to address concerns and enhance treatment services.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and monitor fidelity of program implementation.
• Performs other duties as assigned and ensures safety in accordance with agency policies.

• Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and meet other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications.
• Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the specified supplemental forms; failure to complete required forms may delay consideration.
• Submit copies of diplomas/transcripts, licenses/certifications, and, if a veteran, DD Form 214 when applying.

• Apply online at CAPPS Career Section or Work in Texas; attach the above forms and documentation.
• Provide complete employment history (including job titles, employer, dates, supervisor's name and contact, duties, and hours).
• Ensure all required forms and documentation are included to avoid rejection as incomplete.

• Benefits information available at ERS Texas; benefits include retirement, health insurance, holidays, leave, and additional optional insurances.
• Some positions may be eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and other benefits.