TJJD - Substance Abuse Counselor I-II-III - Alcohol or Other Drugs - (MCL)

TJJD - Substance Abuse Counselor I-II-III - Alcohol or Other Drugs - (MCL) - 58817(00058817)

Organization: TEXAS JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT

Primary Location: Texas-Mart

Work Locations: McLennan LT116 Burleson Road Mart 76664-1107

Job: Community and Social Service

Employee Status: Regular

Schedule: Full-time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

State Job Code: 51115112, 5113

Salary Admin Plan: B

Grade: 1617, 18

Salary (Pay Basis): $4,452.31-$5,487.55 (Monthly)

Number of Openings: 1

Overtime Status: Non-exempt

Job Posting: Jun 4, 2026, 8:34:08 PM

Closing Date: Jun 19, 2026, 4:59:00 AM

Description

HOW TO APPLY Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available at

• TJJD Employment Application Supplement (HR-003)
• Child Abuse Registry Check Consent Form (HR-028)
• Disclosure of PREA Employment Standards Violation (HR-975)
• Authorization to Release Information (HR-074)

Failure to complete and submit the above forms will cause delays in your consideration for this position. Apply online at and attach to the application the above additional forms along with copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214). Apply through Work-In-Texas at You will also need to complete and attach to the application the supplemental questions/forms indicated above along with a copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214). The additional forms are available at: and can be submitted via email to: View email address on click.appcast.io. Apply via Email to View email address on click.appcast.io. Send completed application, supplemental questions/forms, and copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).

PLEASE NOTE Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment (month & year), supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information. Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications.

BENEFITS State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at Benefits include: Retirement plan, paid group health & life insurance for employee, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program. Optional add-on benefits include: Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary AD&D Insurance, Dependent Health & Life insurance, Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc. Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) provides a trauma informed, holistic Alcohol or Other Drugs (AOD) Specialized Treatment Program to youth committed to the agency who have been assessed as needing AOD treatment in addition to participating in the agency's Texas Model of Trauma Informed Corrections. The secure facility program consists of: (1) a high intensity treatment program offered at dorms dedicated for that purpose at the agency's secure youth facilities; (2) a moderate intensity treatment program provided through an outpatient delivery model at the secure youth facilities and halfway houses; and (3) a continuity of care program upon release of youth into the community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Interviews, screens, and assesses clients for potential program participation and services; provides substance abuse counseling, psychoeducational classes, or rehabilitative programs both in individual and group formats; and completes weekly documentation of services provided for each participating youth in accordance with Case Management Standards (CMS) and AOD program requirements. Develops and monitors objectives/strategies to address AOD risk factors, increase protective factors and ensure treatment delivery according to the risk-need-responsivity principle. Monitors youth progress in AOD specialized treatment; updates treatment objectives for assigned youth in accordance with CMS; and completes transition planning and discharge summaries to ensure continuity of care and management of risk factors for relapse. Conducts program orientation sessions. Works in collaboration with the transitional placement staff (Halfway House PSW, Parole, and AOD Specialized Treatment Program Specialist) to identify appropriate services such as AOD aftercare. Conducts and facilitates required groups, individual counseling, AOD psycho-educational groups, and family contacts for assigned caseload; and plans for scheduled and unanticipated leaves of absence to ensure the provision of group services by an approved group alternate. Participates in staff development relating to the agency's approved treatment program, group facilitation, CMS, AOD specific training, substance abuse training, and renews annual mandatory training requirements. Reads, reviews, and properly applies information found in youth records related to youth health, safety, and security; provides appropriate information to other staff; and complies with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Prepares and maintains records, forms, and reports, as required by CMS and the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). Assists the case manager during the time the youth is enrolled in treatment by developing individual treatment goals, maintaining constant communication with the case manager to ensure the youth is progressing in treatment, including development of goals, progress, transition plans etc. Reports any presence or perception of racial, ethnic, and/or gender disparities. Performs a variety of related duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures: Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when possible. Completes required documentation in the event of an accident/injury within requested timeframes. Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies.

QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Requirements for Substance Abuse Counselor I: Associate's or Bachelor's Degree with major course work in Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Family Relations, Guidance and Counseling, Rehabilitation, or other related social sciences* field, and Licensed in the State of Texas as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor – Intern (LCDC-I) and working towards LCDC licensure. No experience required. OR Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's Degree, with an unrelated major, and Licensed in the State of Texas as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor – Intern (LCDC-I) and working towards LCDC licensure, and One (1) year of full-time wage-earning experience providing chemical dependency treatment services in a licensed capacity.

Requirements for Substance Abuse Counselor II: Associate's or Bachelor's degree with major course work in Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Family Relations, Guidance and Counseling, Rehabilitation, or other related social sciences* field, and Licensed in the State of Texas as one of the following: Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), or Licensed Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC) based on another qualifying licensure (Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Master Social Worker under a TSBSWEs approved clinical supervision plan, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Physician, Certified Addictions Registered Nurse (CARN), or Advanced Practice Nurse recognized by the Board of Nurse Examiners as a clinical nurse specialist or nurse practitioner with a specialty in psych-mental health (APN-P/MH).