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Position: Substance Abuse Counselor

Facility: Bay Correctional Facility

Location: 5400 Bay Line Dr, Panama City, FL 32404

Rate of pay: $23.00 per hour

Status: Full-time; Monday-Friday

Benefits: Our team members enjoy competitive wages; affordable health, dental, and prescription drug insurance; education and tuition assistance; paid time off and paid holidays; 401(k) with company match; and a chance to make a difference every day.

Position summary: The substance abuse counselor is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of an effective alcohol and other drug abuse program with emphasis placed on awareness, prevention, staff training and networking with community resources in compliance with American Correctional Association (ACA) standards, Management & Training Corporation (MTC), Florida Department of Corrections (FDOC) and Florida Department of Management Services (DMS) directives.

Essential responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a system to promote the coordination and integration of the substance abuse prevention components with other facility programs.
• Ensure the documentation of all inmates’ assessments and plans are in inmates' medical records regarding substance abuse problems.
• Provide ongoing comprehensive training for all staff members in the substance abuse area.
• Assist in providing substance abuse related materials and information in the health education program and development of health services standing orders and facility operating procedures regarding substance abuse.
• Conduct substance abuse and cognitive behavioral classes, group educational, peer support and other prevention sessions for inmates/staff.
• Encourage awareness of substance abuse issues throughout the facility.
• Develop linkages with community resources for substance abuse services.
• Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed.
• Maintain accountability of inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.

Education and experience requirements:

• A bachelors degree in social work, counseling, psychology, criminology or a related field and, where applicable, must possess appropriate certification. Directly related experience may be considered in lieu of formal education requirements if approved by management.
• Two (2) years of substance abuse treatment experience is preferred.
• A valid driver's license in the state of Florida with an acceptable driving record is required, unless waived by management.

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, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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 customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2888.

Tags: substance abuse, SUD, addiction counselor, addiction, MTC, CAP, CAC

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Addiction Medicine

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Substance Abuse Counseling Certification (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Panama City, FL 32404: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person