Training Specialist

Job Description

Pay starts at $17.85 per hour

Work schedule: Days

Benefit package includes:

• Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription Drug Benefits
• Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefit
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays

MTC is proud to operate the East Texas Treatment Facility in Henderson, TX, where our staff provide quality services in a safe, secure, and supportive environment. We value our professional and caring employees who are dedicated to improving people's lives, and we want YOU to join our team!

What you'll do: You'll perform all substance abuse training activities to ensure Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ), Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) and Management & Training Corporation (MTC) training requirements are met. All related responsibilities are to ensure the maximum utilization of resources available for chemical dependency treatment and rehabilitation in compliance with MTC and TDCJ directives.

Essential Functions:

1. Train all new clinical staff according to TDCJ, TDSHS and MTC standards/requirements for all payers and programs.
2. Provides related assistance and guidance as required and, provides for specific training to ensure that all staff receive clinical information in accordance with State and Federal regulations, and program guidelines.
3. Ensures that clinical staff is completing training hours and recertification paperwork according to established guidelines, maintaining an approved training schedule, and following all requirements of the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals for obtaining Continuing Education Hours (CEHs).
4. Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed; provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques.
5. Maintain accountability of staff, Inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.

It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), major course work in Sociology, Criminal Justice, Psychology or related field preferred.
• Must possess current valid licensure as Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHSP), or current valid licensure as Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC) licensed to conduct counseling in a treatment environment.
• Two (2) years full-time wage-earning experience in substance abuse treatment required.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Post Hire Requirements:

Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements and pass an annual background check, both of which must be approved by TDCJ. Maintain credentials and/or licensure required to maintain employment in position.

Why: Make a real difference every day by helping to change 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, 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 View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.

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